(a) whether the Government are aware that animals are being freely transported in a cruel manner over long distances for the slaughter houses etc. in the country; and
(b) if so, the remedial steps taken to check such cruelty towards animals?
(a) whether the Government are aware that animals are being freely transported in a cruel manner over long distances for the slaughter houses etc. in the country; and
(b) if so, the remedial steps taken to check such cruelty towards animals?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT & FORESTS(SHRI DILIP SINGH JUDEV)
(a) No reports have been received by the Government of India from the State Governments about Transportation of Animals in a cruel manner over long distances for the slaughter houses etc. in the country. In this regard the Government of India has made Transport of Animal Rules, 1978 ensuring proper care of animals while they are in transit.
(b) Does not arise.