If properly used, the law can be your most effective weapon against animal exploitation.
India has one of the most comprehensive set of animal protection laws in the world. There are detailed codes of conduct governing our use and treatment of both domestic and wild animals. In fact, India is unique in that animal welfare is enshrined in our constitution and every citizen is required to show compassion to all living beings.
Unfortunately, in spite of the importance accorded to animal protection by our founding fathers, animal protection laws have remained mere pieces of paper.
Few are even aware of the existence of these laws, leave alone how to use them.
However with the animal welfare movement gaining momentum, numerous cases are now being brought and fought in court.
In order to successfully challenge cruelty, it is useful to know the law as it applies to animals.