Section 38 of WLPA : Section 38: Power Of Central Government To Declare Areas As Sanctuaries Or National Parks Or Conservation Reserves

Explanation using Example

Example of Section 38 of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972

Imagine a scenario where the State Government of XYZ has a large area of forest land that is home to diverse wildlife, including several endangered species. However, this area is not currently protected as a wildlife sanctuary. In an effort to enhance conservation efforts, the State Government decides to lease this area to the Central Government.

Upon reviewing the conditions and the ecological importance of the area, the Central Government is satisfied that it meets the requirements laid out in section 18 of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972. Consequently, the Central Government issues a notification declaring this area as a new wildlife sanctuary. With this declaration, the area gains legal prot...

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