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The Kerala Bovine Breeding Act 2024

The Kerala Bovine Breeding Act 2024

Criminal202435 sections5 chapters

This Act regulates breeding activities involving cows, buffalo, and bulls in Kerala to improve their genetic quality. It establishes rules for producing semen from elite bulls, managing semen banks, and performing artificial insemination services while overseeing associated activities. The legislation applies to all entities engaged in these activities, including government officers, veterinary institutions, and private breeders. It matters because it ensures that the state's livestock are healthy and genetically superior, thereby supporting agricultural productivity and the regional economy.

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Chapter 1 PRELIMINARY →

  1. 1Short title and commencement.
  2. 2Definitions.

Chapter 2 THE BOVINE BREEDING REGULATORY AUTHORITY →

  1. 3Constitution of the Bovine Breeding Regulatory Authority.
  2. 4Headquarters of the Authority.
  3. 5Meetings of the Authority.
  4. 6Experts and other officers of the Authority.
  5. 7Functions of the Authority.
  6. 8Powers and Jurisdiction of the Authority.

Chapter 3 Chapter 3 →

  1. 9Registration of Semen Stations.
  2. 10Duration and renewal of registration certificate.
  3. 11Registration of the Semen Banks.
  4. 12Registration of A.
  5. 13Certification of breeding bulls.
  6. 14Certification of A.
  7. 15Arrangement for sale, use etc. of semendoses
  8. 16True copy of registration certificate.
  9. 17Cancellation of registration certificate.
  10. 18Appeal.

Chapter 4 POWER OF INSPECTION, INQUIRY, SEIZURE ETC. →

  1. 19Power of inspection, inquiry, seizure etc.
  2. 20Maintenance and submission of records.
  3. 21Power to give directions.
  4. 22Power to file complaint before court.
  5. 23Penalties.
  6. 24Cognizance of offence.

Chapter 5 MISCELLANEOUS →

  1. 25Report of the recognised laboratory.
  2. 26Functions of Local Authorities.
  3. 27Submission of Report.
  4. 28Every experts and officers of the Authority to be public servants.
  5. 29Bar of Jurisdiction of Civil Courts.
  6. 30Protection of acts done in good faith.
  7. 31Power to make rules.
  8. 32Power to remove difficulties.
  9. 33Allotment of amount required to the Authority.
  10. 34Repeal and Savings.

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