# The Biological Diversity Act, 2002, Section 44: Application of Local Biodiversity Fund

- Act: The Biological Diversity Act, 2002 (Act 18 of 2003)
- In force from: 2003-10-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/biological-diversity-act-2002/section/44/

## Text

1[44. Application of Local Biodiversity Fund.--(1) The Local Biodiversity Fund shall be utilised in accordance with the regulations and the guidelines made in this behalf, for-- (a) the conservation and promotion of biodiversity including restoration of areas falling within the jurisdiction of concerned local body; (b) the socio-economic development of the community without compromising the conservation concerns; and (c) the administrative expenses of the Biodiversity Management Committee. (2) The Fund shall be utilised in such manner as may be prescribed by the State Government.].

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