Question : SETTING UP OF COMMITTEE FOR CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE



(a) whether the Government has decided to set up any special committee for conservation of wildlife;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether the Government proposes to appoint some experts in the committee;

(d) if so, the details thereof; and

(e) by when proper action is likely to be taken in this regard?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT AND FORESTS (SHRI NAMO NARAIN MEENA)

(a) No, Sir.

(b) Does not arise.

(c) No, Sir.

(d) Does not arise.

(e) Government have formulated National Wildlife Action Plan (2002-16) to deal with long term issues of conservation and protection of wildlife. Constitution of a fresh expert committee for this purpose is not contemplated.