The Punjab Prohibition of Cow Slaughter Act, 1955 (Punjab Act No. 15 of 1956). Pays/Territoire Inde Sous-division territoriale Punjab Type du document Législation Date 1956 Source FAO, FAOLEX Titre completAn Act to prohibit the slaughter of cow and its progeny in Punjab. Sujet Bétail Mot clé Santé des animaux Bovins Certification Institution Commerce intérieur Infractions/sanctions Parasites/maladies Recherche Royalties/redevances Abattage Aire géographique Asie, Asie et Pacifique, Océan Indien, Mer de l'Asie du Sud-Est, Asie du Sud Entry into force notes 27th June, 1956. Résumé This Act provides for prohibition of cow slaughter and sale of beef in the state of Punjab. Section 3 prohibits the slaughter of any cow in the state. The term cow includes bull, bullock, ox, heifer, or calf. Section 4 lays down exceptions in cases where the cow is suffering from contagious or infectious disease or other suffering that its destruction is necessary. In such a case, the prior permission in writing of the Veterinary Officer of the area is required. Section 5 prohibits sale of beef or beef-products in any form. Section 8 provides for penalties in for contravention of the provisions of the Act. Texte intégral Anglais Site web prsindia.org