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Agricultural Animal Husbandry Laws

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Which act regulates the prevention and control of animal diseases in India?

  1. The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960

  2. The Animal Husbandry Act, 1948

  3. The Livestock Importation Act, 1898

  4. The Animal Disease Control Act, 1966


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Animal Disease Control Act, 1966 is the primary legislation in India that aims to prevent and control the spread of animal diseases, including contagious and infectious diseases, and to ensure the health and welfare of livestock.

What is the purpose of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960?

  1. To regulate the import and export of animals

  2. To prevent the spread of animal diseases

  3. To promote the welfare of animals

  4. To regulate the slaughter of animals


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 aims to prevent the infliction of unnecessary pain or suffering to animals and to promote their welfare. It prohibits acts of cruelty, such as beating, mutilation, and neglect, and provides for the establishment of animal welfare boards.

Which act regulates the import and export of animals and animal products in India?

  1. The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960

  2. The Animal Husbandry Act, 1948

  3. The Livestock Importation Act, 1898

  4. The Animal Disease Control Act, 1966


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Livestock Importation Act, 1898 regulates the import and export of animals and animal products into and out of India. It aims to prevent the introduction and spread of animal diseases and to ensure the health and safety of livestock.

What is the primary objective of the Animal Husbandry Act, 1948?

  1. To regulate the import and export of animals

  2. To prevent the spread of animal diseases

  3. To promote the development of animal husbandry

  4. To regulate the slaughter of animals


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Animal Husbandry Act, 1948 aims to promote the development of animal husbandry and livestock production in India. It provides for the establishment of veterinary institutions, animal breeding centers, and other facilities to improve the quality and productivity of livestock.

Which act regulates the slaughter of animals in India?

  1. The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960

  2. The Animal Husbandry Act, 1948

  3. The Livestock Importation Act, 1898

  4. The Animal Disease Control Act, 1966


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 regulates the slaughter of animals in India. It prohibits the killing of animals in a cruel or inhumane manner and sets standards for the humane slaughter of animals.

What is the purpose of the Cattle Preservation Act, 1955?

  1. To regulate the import and export of cattle

  2. To prevent the spread of animal diseases

  3. To promote the welfare of cattle

  4. To regulate the slaughter of cattle


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Cattle Preservation Act, 1955 aims to regulate the slaughter of cattle in India. It prohibits the slaughter of cows, calves, and other bovine animals, except in certain specified circumstances, such as for religious purposes or when the animal is suffering from an incurable disease.

Which act regulates the import and export of eggs and egg products in India?

  1. The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960

  2. The Animal Husbandry Act, 1948

  3. The Livestock Importation Act, 1898

  4. The Egg and Egg Products Export Control Act, 1999


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Egg and Egg Products Export Control Act, 1999 regulates the import and export of eggs and egg products in India. It aims to ensure the quality and safety of eggs and egg products exported from India and to promote the development of the egg industry.

What is the purpose of the Livestock and Poultry Development Board Act, 1994?

  1. To regulate the import and export of livestock and poultry

  2. To prevent the spread of animal diseases

  3. To promote the development of livestock and poultry farming

  4. To regulate the slaughter of livestock and poultry


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Livestock and Poultry Development Board Act, 1994 aims to promote the development of livestock and poultry farming in India. It provides for the establishment of a Livestock and Poultry Development Board to undertake various activities, such as providing financial assistance to farmers, conducting research and development, and promoting the marketing of livestock and poultry products.

Which act regulates the import and export of meat and meat products in India?

  1. The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960

  2. The Animal Husbandry Act, 1948

  3. The Livestock Importation Act, 1898

  4. The Meat and Meat Products Import and Export Regulation Act, 2007


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Meat and Meat Products Import and Export Regulation Act, 2007 regulates the import and export of meat and meat products in India. It aims to ensure the quality and safety of meat and meat products imported into and exported from India and to promote the development of the meat industry.

What is the purpose of the Animal Welfare Board of India?

  1. To regulate the import and export of animals

  2. To prevent the spread of animal diseases

  3. To promote the welfare of animals

  4. To regulate the slaughter of animals


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Animal Welfare Board of India is a statutory body established under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960. Its primary objective is to promote the welfare of animals and to prevent cruelty to animals. The Board undertakes various activities, such as conducting investigations into cases of animal cruelty, promoting animal welfare education, and providing grants to animal welfare organizations.

Which act regulates the import and export of fish and fish products in India?

  1. The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960

  2. The Animal Husbandry Act, 1948

  3. The Livestock Importation Act, 1898

  4. The Marine Products Export Development Authority Act, 1972


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Marine Products Export Development Authority Act, 1972 regulates the import and export of fish and fish products in India. It aims to promote the development of the marine products industry and to ensure the quality and safety of fish and fish products exported from India.

What is the purpose of the National Livestock Mission?

  1. To regulate the import and export of livestock

  2. To prevent the spread of animal diseases

  3. To promote the development of livestock farming

  4. To regulate the slaughter of livestock


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The National Livestock Mission is a government initiative aimed at promoting the development of livestock farming in India. It provides financial assistance to farmers for various activities, such as purchasing livestock, constructing sheds, and accessing veterinary services. The mission also focuses on improving the productivity and quality of livestock and promoting the marketing of livestock products.

Which act regulates the import and export of wool and woolen products in India?

  1. The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960

  2. The Animal Husbandry Act, 1948

  3. The Livestock Importation Act, 1898

  4. The Wool and Woolen Export Promotion Council Act, 1991


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Wool and Woolen Export Promotion Council Act, 1991 regulates the import and export of wool and woolen products in India. It aims to promote the development of the wool and woolen industry and to ensure the quality and safety of wool and woolen products exported from India.

What is the purpose of the National Animal Disease Control Programme?

  1. To regulate the import and export of animals

  2. To prevent the spread of animal diseases

  3. To promote the development of animal husbandry

  4. To regulate the slaughter of animals


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The National Animal Disease Control Programme is a government initiative aimed at preventing the spread of animal diseases in India. It provides financial assistance to states for various activities, such as vaccination of animals, surveillance and monitoring of animal diseases, and establishment of animal disease diagnostic laboratories. The programme also focuses on creating awareness among farmers about animal diseases and promoting good animal husbandry practices.

Which act regulates the import and export of hides and skins in India?

  1. The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960

  2. The Animal Husbandry Act, 1948

  3. The Livestock Importation Act, 1898

  4. The Hides and Skins Export Promotion Council Act, 1991


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Hides and Skins Export Promotion Council Act, 1991 regulates the import and export of hides and skins in India. It aims to promote the development of the hides and skins industry and to ensure the quality and safety of hides and skins exported from India.

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