Policies, Acts and Regulations in India
These resources include policies, regulations and recommendations on how the rights of communities are legislated and recommended in India to ensure equitable, just and socio-ecologically meaningful pathways. The resources shared here are few but varied in finding directions by which local communities can navigate their interests toward achieving nature conservation.
Policies, Acts and Regulations in India
The Wild Life Protection Act (WLPA) of 1972 is a key legislation in India aimed at safeguarding wildlife, habitats, and biodiversity through protected areas and strict regulations.
Policies, Acts and Regulations in India
The Forest Rights Act (FRA) of 2006 recognizes and secures the rights of forest-dwelling communities to access, manage, and conserve forest resources sustainably.
Policies, Acts and Regulations in India
The FRA Rules, Act, and Guidelines provide a framework for implementing the Forest Rights Act, detailing procedures for recognizing and vesting forest rights to communities and individuals.
Policies, Acts and Regulations in India
The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes safeguards the rights and interests of Scheduled Tribes in India through policy recommendations, grievance redressal, and monitoring of welfare initiatives.
Policies, Acts and Regulations in India
The List of Scheduled Tribes in India records communities recognized for welfare and development.
Policies, Acts and Regulations in India
The Forest Conservation Act, 1980, with its 2023 amendments, aims to streamline processes for forest land use, exempting certain areas from prior approvals while emphasising development and conservation balance; key changes include provisions for border security and strategic projects.
Policies, Acts and Regulations in India
India’s Protected Area network, including national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, is essential for safeguarding biodiversity and critical habitats across the country.
Policies, Acts and Regulations in India
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs’ website offers resources, policies, and updates for tribal development.
Policies, Acts and Regulations in India
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India safeguards and promotes human rights, ensuring justice and equality for all citizens through investigations, recommendations, and awareness initiatives.
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