Illegal Trade of Wildlife in the Indian Ocean Region and Legal Provisions to Combat the Same Jimmy Jose, Shambhavi Sharma Green Criminology and Climate Justice A South Asian Perspective, 2026 In simple terms, wildlife trafficking can be defined as the illegal capture and trade of animals. It is a crime that is constantly growing with time and is not limited to terrestrial species alone. Trafficking of marine creatures not only causes the population of the trafficked species to deplete, but also adversely affects the already fragile marine ecosystem. Despite the fact that sea cucumbers and sea horses have been included in Schedule One of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, making them immune to any form of commercial exploitation, the smuggling of these species is a very significant problem in the Indian Ocean Region, especially in the sea around Lakshadweep, the sea around Tamil Nadu and in the region between the Gulf of Mannar and Palk Strait. The importance of sea cucumbers and sea horses to the marine ecosystem is explored in this chapter. The social and environmental consequences of trafficking of these species is also elaborated upon in this chapter. The trade of sea cucumbers and sea horses is completely prohibited in India, while Sri Lanka allows their trade after licenses have duly been obtained by the people involved. This makes the regulation of illegal trade of these creatures even more difficult for Indian authorities given the locational proximity of the two countries. The involvement of Sri Lankan nationals in smuggling operations further complicates the matter. This chapter analyzes such smuggling operations in detail, steps taken by the Indian government to combat this illegal trade and their impact on the local communities. Finally, the relevant provisions of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, and CITES and their deployment to combat this problem are also examined.
Legal alchemy in defence of the displaced: a canvas of India’s legal and juridical response to refugee rights Nuvita Kalra, Karun Sanjaya, Jimmy Jose International Journal of Public Policy, 2024 This study offers a comprehensive examination of the protection of human rights for refugees in India, focusing specifically on the legal framework and judicial responses. It sheds light on the multifaceted challenges faced by refugees within the Indian context and evaluates the effectiveness of legal safeguards in ensuring their rights. The analysis navigates through India's intricate legal architecture and jurisprudential landscape, highlighting the complexities and opportunities that define the refugee rights paradigm. The study addresses the evolving legal provisions, court decisions, and their impact on refugee well-being. The research aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the protection of human rights for refugees in India, with the goal of fostering enhanced legal and judicial support for this vulnerable population.
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Illegal Trade of Wildlife in the Indian Ocean Region and Legal Provisions to Combat the Same J Jose, S Sharma Green Criminology and Climate Justice: A South-Asian Perspective, 136-146 , 2026 2026
Legal alchemy in defence of the displaced: a canvas of India's legal and juridical response to refugee rights N Kalra, J Sanjaya, Karun and Jose International Journal of Public Policy 17 (5-6), 402-420 , 2025 2025
The digital gaming revolution: An analysis of current trends, issues, and future prospects K Sanjaya, R Chandra, J Jose Russian Law Journal 11 (1), 18-29 , 2023 2023 Citations: 20
From migration to integration: the journey of migrant workers in Kerala J Jose, K Sanjaya, N Kalra Russian Law Journal 10 (4), 52-65 , 2022 2022 Citations: 1
ROLE OF THE OFFICE OF SPEAKER AS AN ADJUDICATORY AUTHORITY UNDER ANTI-DEFECTION LAW IN INDIA: A CRITICAL STUDY N Kalra, K Sanjaya, J Jose Russian Law Journal 10 (2), 9-18 , 2022 2022
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The digital gaming revolution: An analysis of current trends, issues, and future prospects K Sanjaya, R Chandra, J Jose Russian Law Journal 11 (1), 18-29 , 2023 2023 Citations: 20
From migration to integration: the journey of migrant workers in Kerala J Jose, K Sanjaya, N Kalra Russian Law Journal 10 (4), 52-65 , 2022 2022 Citations: 1
Illegal Trade of Wildlife in the Indian Ocean Region and Legal Provisions to Combat the Same J Jose, S Sharma Green Criminology and Climate Justice: A South-Asian Perspective, 136-146 , 2026 2026
Legal alchemy in defence of the displaced: a canvas of India's legal and juridical response to refugee rights N Kalra, J Sanjaya, Karun and Jose International Journal of Public Policy 17 (5-6), 402-420 , 2025 2025
ROLE OF THE OFFICE OF SPEAKER AS AN ADJUDICATORY AUTHORITY UNDER ANTI-DEFECTION LAW IN INDIA: A CRITICAL STUDY N Kalra, K Sanjaya, J Jose Russian Law Journal 10 (2), 9-18 , 2022 2022