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In this Act] and in rules made under this Act, unless inconsistent with the context- (1) "Animal" means any mammal, reptile (excluding snakes other than python), or bird. (2) "Forest Officer" means a Forest Officer as defined in section 2 of the Indian Forest Act, 1927 and includes any person appointed for carrying out the purpose of this Act. (3) "Park" means a national park constituted under this Act. (4) "Trap" includes any contrivance or device by means of which an animal can be captured. (5) "Weapon" includes any firearm or ammunition therefor, or any other instrument capable of propelling a projectile, or capable of being propelled or used in such a manner that any animal can be killed or injured thereby. Constitution of a national park