Environment & Ecology·Environmental Laws
Ex-situ Conservation — Environmental Laws
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Version 1Updated 9 Mar 2026
| Entry | Year | Description | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wildlife (Protection) Amendment Act, 2022 | 2022 | This amendment aimed to enhance the protection of wild animals and plants, regulate international trade in endangered species, and implement CITES provisions. It increased penalties for wildlife crimes and introduced new schedules for species protection. While not directly creating new ex-situ facilities, its strengthening of wildlife protection indirectly supports ex-situ efforts by reducing pressure on wild populations and providing a clearer legal framework for managing rescued or confiscated animals that may enter ex-situ care. | Strengthens the legal framework for wildlife protection, indirectly benefiting ex-situ conservation by reducing poaching and illegal trade, which are major drivers of species endangerment. It also streamlines the process for CITES implementation, which often involves managing species that might require ex-situ interventions. |
| Biological Diversity (Amendment) Bill, 2023 | 2023 (Proposed) | This bill seeks to decriminalize certain offenses under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002, and encourage research and patenting of biological resources, particularly for traditional medicine and agricultural sectors. It aims to simplify compliance requirements for researchers and practitioners of traditional medicine. While its primary focus is on access and benefit sharing, any changes to the regulation of biological resources can impact how genetic material is collected, stored, and utilized in gene banks and other ex-situ facilities. | Could potentially streamline processes for accessing and utilizing genetic resources for research and development, which might include material held in ex-situ gene banks. It aims to balance conservation with sustainable use and benefit sharing, impacting the operational aspects of genetic resource management. |