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Andhra Pradesh Prohibition of Cow Slaughter and Animal Preservation Act, 1977 (Act No. 11 of 1977).

Country/Territory
India
Territorial subdivision
Andhra Pradesh
Document type
Legislation
Date
1977
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to provide for the prohibition of the slaughter of cows, calves of cows and calves of she-buffaloes and for preservation of certain other animals suitable for milch, breeding, drought or agricultural purposes in the state of Andhra Pradesh and for matters connected therewith.
Subject
Livestock
Keyword
Cattle Certification Inspection Institution Offences/penalties Slaughtering
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia
Abstract

This Act prohibits the slaughter or intentional killing of any cow or calf of a she-buffaloe. For slaughter of any other animal, the Act requires a certificate to be obtained from the competent authority that the animal is fit for slaughter. The slaughter in respect of which certificate is granted must be carried out only at the place specified by the authority. The competent authority shall have the power to enter and inspect any premises if it has reason to believe that an offence under this Act has taken or is likely to take place. The Act exempts application in cases of experimental or research purpose or for public health reasons.

Full text
English
Website
www.indiacode.nic.in