Duties of Wild Life Advisory Board

The Wild Life Advisory Board is a statutory body constituted to advise the State Government on matters of wildlife conservation.

• Statutory Reference: Section 6 of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.

• Core Duties:

  • Selection of Areas: Advising on the selection and administration of areas to be declared as Sanctuaries and National Parks.

  • Policy Formulation: Formulating policies for the protection and conservation of wildlife and specified plants.

  • Schedule Amendments: Advising on any amendment of the Schedules (which categorize animals based on the level of protection required).

  • Tribal Rights: Advising on measures to be taken for harmonizing the needs of tribal and other forest dwellers with wildlife conservation.