The Jammu and Kashmir Kahcharai Act, 2011, establishes the legal framework for levying and collecting "Kahcharai"—a tax or fee imposed on livestock grazing within the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The Act regulates the movement of livestock, particularly for nomad graziers like Bakarwals, Gaddis, and Gujjars, by requiring registration, permits, and the use of designated routes and check posts. It empowers the government to set grazing rates, manage forest usage to prevent overgrazing, and penalize tax evasion or unauthorized grazing. For citizens, the Act defines the rules for livestock movement, tax obligations, and the legal consequences of non-compliance.
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