The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Punjab Amendment) Act, 2019
The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Punjab Amendment) Act, 2019
This Act amends the central Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, specifically for the State of Punjab. Its primary purpose is to legalize bullock-cart racing at the Kila Raipur Rural Sports Event, which was previously restricted under general animal cruelty laws. By inserting specific exemptions, the Act allows this traditional sport to continue as part of Punjab's cultural heritage. It empowers the State Government to frame rules for conducting these races. For ordinary citizens, this means that participating in or organizing bullock-cart races at this specific event is now legally permitted, provided it complies with state-notified rules.
- 1. Short title and commencement
- 2. Amendment in section 2 of Central Act 59 of 1960
- 3. Amendment in section 3 of Central Act 59 of 1960
- 4. Amendment in section 11 of Central Act 59 of 1960
- 5. Amendment in section 22 of Central Act 59 of 1960
- 6. Amendment in section 27 of Central Act 59 of 1960
- 7. Insertion of section 28-A of Central Act 59 of 1960
- 8. Insertion of section 38-B of Central Act 59 of 1960
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