The Biological Diversity Act, 2002
56. Penalty for
contravention of directions of Central Government, State Government, National
Biodiversity Authority and State Biodiversity Boards.-
If any person
contravenes any direction given or order made by the Central Government, the
State Government , the National Biodiversity Authority or the State
Biodiversity Board for which no punishment has been separately provided under
this Act, he shall be punished with a fine which may extend to one lakh rupees
and in case of a second or subsequent offence, with fine which may extend to
two lakh rupees and in the case of continuous contravention with additional
fine which may extend to two lakh rupees everyday during which the default
continues.