ANIMAL WELFARE AND PROTECTION OF INDIA AND RELATED TO INDIAN LAWS

AUTHOR – RASIKA. A, STUDENT AT TAMIL NADU DR.AMBEDKAR LAW UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE IN LAW

BEST CITATION – RASIKA. A, ANIMAL WELFARE AND PROTECTION OF INDIA AND RELATED TO INDIAN LAWS, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 4 (3) OF 2024, PG. 307-315, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344.

ABSTRACT

The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) was established by statute to provide advice on animal welfare laws and to advance animal welfare throughout the nation. This article explores the key aspects of animal rights under the AWBI include Prevention of cruelty to animals act, 1960, Regulation of Animal experimentation, Promotion of Compassion and Humane treatment , Advisory Role, Regulation of entertainment and performances involving animals. It also emphasizes the board’s efforts to control the number of stray animals by humanely terminating their pregnancies and raising public awareness through awareness-raising campaigns. The article highlights AWBI’s worldwide influence on discussions of animal care by examining its collaborations with NGOs and international organizations. The board does, however, confront difficulties with funding distribution, public awareness, and enforcement. The AWBI’s potential to lead future advancements in sustainability and animal rights protection is noted in the conclusion, which highlights the need for stronger legislative frameworks and greater public participation.