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Tamil Nadu Animal Preservation Act, 1958 (No. 10 of 1958).

Country/Territory
India
Territorial subdivision
Tamil Nadu
Document type
Legislation
Date
1958
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to provide for the preservation of certain animals by regulating the slaughter thereof.
Subject
Livestock
Keyword
Authorization/permit Animal health Offences/penalties Slaughtering
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia
Abstract

This Act prohibits the slaughter of animals without the possession of a certificate granted by the State government. The Act also provides the competent authority the power to undertake inspections within their jurisdiction to curb illegal slaughter. Additionally, the Act provides certain exemptions to the rules on slaughtering provided under the Act. Furthermore, the Act mentions the penalties for violating the provisions of the Act.

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