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Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 data
May 14 , 2026
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- The National Crime Records Bureau compiled national-level statistical data for the first time on crimes registered under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960.
- The Act aims to prevent unnecessary pain or suffering to animals.
- The Act defines an animal as any living creature other than a human being.
- The highest number of cases was reported from Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu.
- The Animal Welfare Board of India was established under Section 4 of the Act to advise the government on animal welfare and the prevention of cruelty.
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