Paper: GS – II, Subject: Polity, Topic: Judiciary, Issue: Court Rulings on Stray Dogs.
Context:
The Supreme Court (SC) has directed municipal authorities in Delhi-NCR to capture all stray dogs and house them in dedicated shelters within eight weeks.
Key Takeaways:
- This directive was issued in response to a suo motu case taken up after a report of a child’s death due to rabies.
- The SC emphasized the need to protect infants and young children from rabies and ensure they can move freely without fear of dog bites.
- The court warned against any obstruction to the capture and relocation of stray dogs.
Government Policy and Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules:
- The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, is the primary legislation for animal rights in India.
- The ABC (Dogs) Rules, 2001, mandated the sterilization and immunization of stray dogs by local authorities with the support of animal welfare organizations.
- The rules specified humane methods for capturing dogs and mandated their release back into the same area after sterilization and immunization.
- Euthanasia was permitted only for critically ill, fatally injured, or rabid dogs.
- The government has consistently reiterated its policy of managing stray dog populations through sterilization and immunization.
Court Rulings on Stray Dogs in India:
Conclusion:
The recent Supreme Court directive to relocate stray dogs in Delhi-NCR contrasts with the government’s policy of in-situ management through sterilization and immunization. The increasing number of dog bite cases and the high incidence of rabies underscore the urgent need for a comprehensive and effective strategy to manage stray dog populations while ensuring the safety and well-being of both animals and humans.
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