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Animal Welfare Laws

Description: Animal Welfare Laws Quiz
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is not a fundamental principle of animal welfare?

Animals are sentient beings.
Animals should be treated with respect.
Animals should be free from pain and suffering.
Animals should be used for human benefit.

Which Indian law primarily governs the protection and welfare of animals?

The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960
The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
The Forest Conservation Act, 1980

What is the punishment for causing unnecessary pain or suffering to an animal under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960?

Imprisonment for up to one year and/or a fine of up to Rs. 10,000
Imprisonment for up to two years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 20,000
Imprisonment for up to three years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 30,000
Imprisonment for up to four years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 40,000

Which of the following is not a prohibited act under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960?

Beating, kicking, or otherwise abusing an animal
Transporting animals in a cruel or inhumane manner
Keeping animals in cramped or unsanitary conditions
Using animals for scientific research

What is the purpose of the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI)?

To advise the Government of India on matters relating to animal welfare
To promote animal welfare in India
To enforce animal welfare laws
To conduct research on animal welfare

Which of the following is not a function of the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI)?

Granting recognition to animal welfare organizations
Laying down standards for the care and maintenance of animals
Inspecting animal shelters and laboratories
Conducting public awareness campaigns on animal welfare

What is the punishment for killing or maiming an animal under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960?

Imprisonment for up to five years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 10,000
Imprisonment for up to seven years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 20,000
Imprisonment for up to ten years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 30,000
Imprisonment for up to twelve years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 40,000

Which of the following is not a prohibited act under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972?

Hunting or killing of wild animals
Trading in wildlife products
Keeping wild animals in captivity without a license
Destroying wildlife habitat

What is the punishment for hunting or killing a wild animal in a sanctuary or national park under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972?

Imprisonment for up to three years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 25,000
Imprisonment for up to five years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 50,000
Imprisonment for up to seven years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 75,000
Imprisonment for up to ten years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 1,00,000

Which of the following is not a prohibited act under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986?

Discharging pollutants into the environment
Handling hazardous substances without proper precautions
Destroying forests
Hunting or killing wild animals

What is the punishment for causing damage to the environment under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986?

Imprisonment for up to one year and/or a fine of up to Rs. 10,000
Imprisonment for up to two years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 20,000
Imprisonment for up to three years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 30,000
Imprisonment for up to four years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 40,000

Which of the following is not a prohibited act under the Forest Conservation Act, 1980?

Clearing forests without permission
Encroaching on forest land
Hunting or killing wild animals in forests
Mining in forests

What is the punishment for clearing forests without permission under the Forest Conservation Act, 1980?

Imprisonment for up to one year and/or a fine of up to Rs. 10,000
Imprisonment for up to two years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 20,000
Imprisonment for up to three years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 30,000
Imprisonment for up to four years and/or a fine of up to Rs. 40,000

Which of the following is not a fundamental principle of animal welfare?

Animals are sentient beings.
Animals should be treated with respect.
Animals should be free from pain and suffering.
Animals should be used for human benefit.

Which Indian law primarily governs the protection and welfare of animals?

The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960
The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
The Forest Conservation Act, 1980

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