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Are wild animals in circuses illegal in India?

Partly. Wild animals in circuses are restricted in India. Bears, monkeys, tigers, panthers and lions may not perform.

Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1960 s.22; 1991 notification bans training and exhibiting bears, monkeys, tigers, panthers; lions added later. Other species allowed with registration.

Source: PCA Act 1960 s.22

Banned (16)Restricted (23)Allowed

India is one of 16 countries where wild animals in circuses are banned, and 23 more restrict them.
Its neighbours: banned in 0 of 6.
In Asia: banned in 1 of 46 countries.