Vidhi Codex

Bare Act

The Goa Prevention of Cow Slaughter Act, 1978

Criminal197811 sections

This law prohibits the slaughter of cows and the sale of beef within the Union territory of Goa, Daman, and Diu. It applies to all individuals and entities operating in the region, with the exception of specific cases where a cow is suffering from a contagious disease, requires destruction for veterinary reasons, or is used for medical research, provided the necessary permissions are obtained. The legislation also mandates the establishment of institutions to care for uneconomic cows. Violating these rules is a criminal offense punishable by rigorous imprisonment for up to two years or a fine, and the offenses are considered non-bailable.

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  1. 0. Preamble
  2. 1. Short title, extent and commencement.
  3. 2. Definitions.
  4. 3. Prohibition of cow slaughter.
  5. 4. Exceptions.
  6. 5. Prohibition of sale of beef.
  7. 6. Establishment of institutions.
  8. 7. Levy of charges of fees.
  9. 8. Penalty.
  10. 9. Offences to be cognisable and non-bailable.
  11. 10. Power to make rules.

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