While dismissing the petition, the Bench noted that the rehab centre in Chennai does not have the funds to look after the surplus crocodiles and that it has also vouched for the welfare of the crocodiles at the zoo in Gujarat.
“Our nation culturally has always been Eco-centric. We believe in peaceful co-existence with all creatures and our love and reverence for the animal world is reflected in our religion, folklore, art and craft. From ancient times we are known to have protected, venerated and conserved wild life,” the Bench observed.
After going through various provisions of the laws discussed in the matter, the Court concluded that there can be a private zoo apart from the ones operated by the Central or State government.
Source: Barandbench
