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Food Act, 2005

This Act regulates the import, export and trade of food in the Kingdom of Bhutan.

The purpose of this Act is to provide for the restructuring of the power supply industry and the possible participation of the private sector, and by providing mechanisms for licensing and regulating the operations of power companies.This Act provides for the establishment of the Bhutan Electricity Authority and for its powers and functions.

Bhutan Fishing (Amendment) Rules, 1992

This Regulation regulates fishing in Bhutan. Fishing without a licence in any stream, lake, pond or river is strictly forbidden. A fishing licence shall be issued by the Head of the Department of Forestry, Divisional Forest Officers, or other persons empowered to do so by the Government. Article 4 specified periods during which fishing shall be prohibited. use of fishing methods specified in article 5 is strictly prohibited. Licence holders shall not catch more than eight fishes per day (art. 6). Remaining provisions prescribe offences and penalties and specify fishing licence fees.

Livestock Act of Bhutan 2001

An Act to regulate livestock breeding, health and production aimed at enhancing their productivity and preventing diseases so as to enhance rural income and livelihood.

Seeds Act of Bhutan, 2000

An Act to regulate import and export of Agricultural seeds, to prevent introduction of plant pests and diseases and to promote seed industry in the country aimed at enhancing rural income and livelihood.

Environmental Assessment Act, 2000

This Act provides for policies and measures to reduce potential adverse effects of strategic plans, programs, etc. which may have an impact on the environment.

Regulation for the Environmental Clearance of Projects

This Regulation provides for the issuance and enforcement of environmental clearances for individual projects.

National Environmental Policy Act, 2007

This Act provides for the sustainable use of natural resources, economic development and environmental conservation.The Act provides for the establishment of the National Environment Commission which shall be an independent authority and the highest decision making body on all matters relating to the environment and its management in the country.

Regulation on Strategic Environmental Assessment

This Regulation prescribes guidelines to be followed by governmental agencies when formulating, modifying, renewing or implementing any policy, plan or program which may have significant impacts on the environment.