Resources
Rules on biological corridors, 2006
These Rules provide for the conservation and management of biological corridors which link protected areas for the safe movement of wildlife.The Rules further provide for: prohibited activities within biological corridors; grazing permits; and offences and penalties.
Mines and Minerals Management Act, 1995
This Act regulates the exploitation of minerals in the Kingdom of Bhutan and provides a legal framework for regulating the mining industry.The Act stipulates that all rights of ownership of minerals found in private or government land are vested exclusively in the Government. The Head of Ministry is the only authority to lease mineral deposits and shall delegate all powers to the Head of Division including the control of all exploration, mining, mineral processing and geo-scientific activities in Bhutan.
Forest and nature conservation Rules of Bhutan, 2006
These Rules implement provisions of the Forest and Nature Conservation Act, 1995.The Rules issue administrative responsibility to the Department of Forests for the preparation of Forest Management Plans.
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.
Electricity Act, 2001
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.
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.
Municipal Act, 1999
This Act provides for the establishment of Municipal corporations as legal entities with powers to forge partnerships between the Municipal Corporation, residents, businesses and industries for the effective development and governance of Bhutan's urban communities.
Environment Court Act, 2000
An Environment Court and an Environment Appeal Court are instituted under this Act and Judges apointed:the Courts shall rule trials under environmental laws and condemn violators of those very laws. Special Magistrates may be appointed for particular trials, power of investigation and inspection shall be accorded to inspectors in order to gather useful evidences.
The Constitution of the People's Republic of Bangladesh
The Constitution is the supreme law of Bangladesh. Adopted on November 4, 1972 by the constitution assembly and amended 15 times since then.