Discussion :: Indian Politics
- Where is the Constitutional power located enabling the Central Government to legislate on cow slaughter?
A.
Entry 17, List III in Schedule VII Prevention of Cruelty to Animals |
B.
Residuary Powers under Article 248 |
C.
Emergency Powers |
D.
Article-48 in the Directive Principles |
Answer : Option D
Explanation :
Article-48 under Directive Principles of State Policy enables the Central Government and State Governments to legislate on cow slaughter. According to this article state shall endeavour to organize agriculture and animal husbandry on modern scientific lines and shall take steps to improve breed and prohibition of slaughter of cows and calves and other milch and draught cattle.
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