Biodiversity Heritage Sites (BHSs)

BHSs are recognised and notified in accordance with the provisions of Section 37 of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002, and are well-defined regions that are distinct, ecologically fragile ecosystems that are dispersed over terrestrial, coastal, inland, and marine waters with rich biodiversity.

  • The State Government may develop regulations for the administration and preservation of BHS after consulting with the Central Government.
  • Apart from those that are voluntarily chosen by local communities, BHS creation may not impose any restrictions on the common activities and usages of such communities.
  • State governments are also permitted to develop plans for compensating or rehabilitating any individual or group ....
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Ecology & Environment