Legal remedy in case of stray cats being killed by neighbours
27-Oct-2023 (In Criminal Law)
Is there any law in India for protecting stray cats in the locality as my neighbour has killed two cats and thrown them in open water well present in his premises and when I opposed it, they threatened to take severe action on other stray cats in the locality with the help of local municipal authority if stray cat enter his premises as he dislike them. Please suggest your kind opinion how can I protect the innocent cats from his cruelty.
you can complain to munisipal authority under cruelity to animals act and as wel as forest authority in your relevant dist. The police authority does not acting in this act because they generaly for law and admn.
How do I complain about a pet dog?
Report to the Animal Welfare Board of India, or Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. To report animal cruelty in India, call 91 98201 226202.
Can I file case against dog owner in India?
The Indian Penal Code (IPC) contains provisions for those who are victims of severe dog bites. Vishal Gautam, an advocate, explains that Section 289 of the IPC (negligent behavior with respect to animals) is applicable in such cases. 16-Mar-2023
How do you deal with a rude dog owner?
When you are dealing with rude or entitled dog owners, it is important to remain friendly and approachable. Remember to be yourself, but communicate your expectations and boundaries assertively.
What is the IPC section for dogs?
The Indian Penal Code 1860 (IPC 1860) is Indias official criminal code. It covers all substantive criminal law. The IPC Sections 428 and429 punish all cruelty, including killing, poisoning animals, or making them useless.
Yes, please lodge an FIR with police without delay as such issues need to be taken seriously. It is a criminal offence defined under IPC and prevention of cruelty to animals act. There is a lot more in this to be answered here.
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