In India, the law strictly prohibits the capture, sale, and ownership of monkeys.

: Monkeys fall under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 . [15] [9]

Even beyond legal restrictions, primates are notoriously difficult to keep in a domestic setting.

as a pet in India is . Under the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972, monkeys are classified as protected species, and keeping them in a private home is a punishable offense. ⚖️ Legal Status and Risks

: Many online "exotic pet" listings are fraudulent, designed to take your money without ever delivering an animal. [12]