Section 58Y

Punishment for acquiring property in relating to which proceeings have been taken under this Chapter.

The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972

  • Act 53 of 1972
  • Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
About this Act

An Act to provide for the protection of wild animals, birds and plants and for matters connected therewith or ancillary or incidental thereto with a view to ensuring the ecological and environmental security of the country.

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    1[58Y.Punishment for acquiring property in relation to which proceedings have been taken under this Chapter.-- Any person who knowingly acquires, by any mode whatsoever, any property in relation to which proceedings are pending under this Chapter shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to five years and with fine which may extend to fifty thousand rupees.]

Notes

1. Ins. by Act 16 of 2003, s. 34 (w.e.f. 1-4-2003).

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