10 animals that can't be kept as pets in India

Monkeys: While revered in Hinduism, monkeys are wild animals and can be unpredictable. Keeping them as pets is not only illegal but also risky.

Pit Bulls: While some adore them, pit bulls are banned in some Indian cities due to concerns about aggressive behavior.

Elephants:  These intelligent giants have complex social needs that can't be met in captivity.

Turtles and Tortoises: Many turtle and tortoise species are threatened due to the pet trade. Their specific needs are difficult to meet in a captive environment.

Certain Parakeet Species:  Beautiful birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet and Alexandrine Parakeet are protected under the Wildlife Protection Act.

Mammals like Sloth Bears and Indian Pangolins: These fascinating creatures are endangered and deserve protection, not captivity.

Large Reptiles like Saltwater Crocodiles and Gharials: Keeping these apex predators as pets is incredibly dangerous and illegal.

Big Cats: Lions, tigers, leopards – these magnificent creatures belong in the wild, not someone's backyard.

Monitor Lizards: These large lizards are wild animals and require specialized care that's not feasible in a typical home.

Indian Rhinoceros: Another endangered species, the Indian rhinoceros plays a vital role in the ecosystem and shouldn't be kept as a pet.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports