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Transport of Animals (Amendment) Rules, 2001.

Country/Territory
India
Document type
Regulation
Date
2001
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Livestock
Keyword
Animal health Animal welfare Authorization/permit Certification Poultry Swine
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia
Abstract

The Rules provide for the transportation of poultry and pigs by rail, road or airplane. Containers must be properly fitted for transportation, providing shelter from sun, heat, rain or cold and allowing poultry and pigs to be comfortable during the journey. A table details the timing and fittings of containers by animal size and age group. Vaccination and other health requisites are detailed for.

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References - Legislation

Implements

Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 (No. 59 of 1960).

Legislation | India | 1960 (1982)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Animal welfare, Institution, Aquaculture, Slaughtering, Animal production

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Amends

Transport of Animals Rules, 1978

Legislation | India | 1978

Keyword: Animal welfare, Authorization/permit, Cattle, Certification, Equine-animals, Sheep/goats

Source: FAO, FAOLEX