Question

Under the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, any person who teases an animal in a zoo may be punished:

• A. With fine which may extend to 5000
• B. With imprisonment which may extend up to 1 year
• C. Both (a) and (b)
• D. Neither (a) nor (b)

Hint:

Wildlife laws ensure strict penalties for teasing or harming zoo animals.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Relevant provision.
Section 38J of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 makes teasing, molesting, or causing disturbance to animals in a zoo an offence.
Step 2: Punishment.
The punishment includes imprisonment up to 6 months or fine up to ₹500, or both. Later amendments increased the fine to ₹5000 and imprisonment up to 1 year.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, the correct answer is (c) Both (a) and (b).