The Telangana Prohibition of Cow Slaughter and Animal Preservation Act, 1977
The Telangana Prohibition of Cow Slaughter and Animal Preservation Act, 1977
The Telangana Prohibition of Cow Slaughter and Animal Preservation Act, 1977, strictly prohibits the slaughter of cows and she-buffalo calves throughout the state of Telangana. It also regulates the slaughter of other animals by requiring a written certificate confirming that the animal is no longer useful for milk production, breeding, or agricultural work. The law applies to all individuals within the state, mandating that approved slaughters occur only in designated locations. By establishing criminal penalties for violations and creating specialized shelters to care for livestock, the Act aims to preserve economically vital animals and enforce constitutional welfare principles, while allowing exceptions for scientific research and public health.
- 1. Short title and commencement.
- 2. Declaration as to giving effect to certain directive principles.
- 4. Appointment of competent authority.
- 5. Prohibition of slaughter of cow or calf of she-buffaloe.
- 6. Prohibition against slaughter of animals without certificate from competent authority.
- 8. Slaughter to be in places specified.
- 10. Penalties.
- 11. Offences under Act to be cognizable.
- 12. Abetments and attempts.
- 13. Persons exercising powers under the Act deemed to be public servants.
- 14. Protection of persons acting in good faith.
- 15. Exemptions.
- 16. Delegation of powers.
- 17. Establishment of institutions for taking care of cows or other animals.
- 18. Power to make rules.
- 19. Repeals.
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