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Bengal Diseases of Animals Act, 1944 (Bengal Act VI of 1944).

Country/Territory
Bangladesh
Document type
Legislation
Date
1944
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to provide for the prevention of the spread of contagious diseases amongst animals in Bangladesh.
Subject
Livestock
Keyword
Basic legislation Pests/diseases Animal health Cattle Sheep/goats
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, Least Developed Countries, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia
Abstract

The Act ratifies provisions dealing with infective and contagious diseases affecting certain animals (mostly ruminant, with the exception of equines and camels as per section 2, clauses 1, 2, 4). Notification of infections must be reported to the Government, eventual preventive vaccinations and inoculations may be disposed for by the Veterinary Assistant, as also treatment or disposal of the affected animals. No infected or diseased animal shall be sold or given to another person or taken to any marketplace, exhibition or fair or allowed to stand between other animals whatsoever. Offenders will be fined up to one hundred Taka.

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References - Legislation

Repealed by

Animal Disease Act No. 5 of 2005.

Legislation | Bangladesh | 2005

Keyword: Pests/diseases, International trade, Institution, Authorization/permit, Certification, Quarantine, Inspection, Offences/penalties, Research, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, Drugs, Animal health

Source: FAO, FAOLEX