This Law aims at preserving the nation's unique natural scenery, wild fauna and flora and historic sites. The responsible authority for the administration of national park in Taiwan is the Ministry of Interior. The Ministry shall establish a National Planning Commission to designate, alter or abolish areas for national park, and to evaluate the national park plans. The Law provides for the criteria for the selection of national parks. National parks may be divided into different zones in accordance with the existing land and the characteristics of the resources. The Law prohibits activities which shall be strictly forbidden in a national park except for certain activities that may be allowed upon approval from the national park headquarters. Further articles deal with offences and penalties.
Taiwan Province of China · 1972-06-13