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Do Indian researchers require approval for obtaining biological resource for research purposes?
Indian researchers conducting research purely for academic and research purposes do not require prior approval from NBA or SBB, as per Section 40 of the Biological Diversity Act. However, if the research has commercial implications or if the results are to be shared with foreign entities, prior intimation to the State Biodiversity Board is required.
Yes, Indian companies, partnerships, and individuals engaged in commercial utilization of biological resources need prior approval from the State Biodiversity Board (SBB) as per the provisions of the Act.
Any person seeking intellectual property rights (IPR) on a biological resource or associated knowledge must obtain prior approval from the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) before applying for such rights.
Yes, the Act recognizes and provides for the protection of traditional knowledge associated with biological resources. People's Biodiversity Registers (PBRs) are maintained to document such knowledge.
A People's Biodiversity Register (PBR) is a comprehensive documentation of local biological resources, traditional knowledge, and practices maintained by Biodiversity Management Committees (BMCs) at the local level.
The Act empowers the Central Government to notify threatened species and prohibit or regulate their collection. It also provides for the establishment of protected areas and conservation strategies for threatened species.