Section 38C · Functions of the Authority

¹[38C. Functions of the Authority.-- The Authority shall perform the following functions, namely:--

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(a) specify the minimum standards for housing, upkeep and veterinary care of the animals kept in a zoo;

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(b) evaluate and assess the functioning of zoos with respect to the standards or the norms as may be prescribed;

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(c) recognise or derecognise zoos;

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(d) identify endangered species of wild animals for purposes of captive breeding and assigning responsibility in this regard to a zoo;

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(e) co-ordinate the acquisition, exchange and loaning of animals for breeding purposes;

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(f) ensure maintenance of stud-books of endangered species of wild animals bred in captivity;

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(g) identify priorities and themes with regard to display of captive animals in a zoo;

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(h) co-ordinate training of zoo personnel in India and outside India;

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(i) co-ordinate research in captive breeding and educational programmes for the purposes of zoos;

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(j) provide technical and other assistance to zoos for their proper management and development on scientific lines;

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(k) perform such other functions as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this Act with regard to zoos.]

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