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Section 16: Restriction on activities related to access to biological resources

G.S.R.261 (E), [15/04/2004] - Biological Diversity Rules, 2004.Central Rules · 2003

(1) The Authority if it deems necessary and appropriate shall take the steps to restrict or prohibit the request for access to biological resources for the following reasons ; namely :-

(i) the request for access is for any endangered taxa ;

(ii) the request for access is for any endemic and rare species;

(iii) the request for access may likely to result in adverse effect on the livelihoods of the local people;

(iv) the request to access may result in adverse environmental impact which may be difficult to control and mitigate;

(v) the request for access may cause genetic erosion or affecting the ecosystem function;

(vi) use of resources for purposes contrary to national interest and other related international agreements entered into by India.

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ActG.S.R.261 (E), [15/04/2004] - Biological Diversity Rules, 2004.
Section16
Marginal noteRestriction on activities related to access to biological resources
JurisdictionCentral
StatusIn force as published by the source

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