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J&K&L High Court: Low Fines Fail to Deter Animal Cruelty; Calls for Harsher Penalties, Jail Terms - (29 Sep 2026)

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J&K and Ladakh High Court called for stricter jail terms and heavier penalties under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, noting that animals experience pain and fear like humans. It expressed concern that fines for certain cruelty offences remain as low as Rs.10 – Rs.50.

Tags : FINES; PENALTIES; PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS ACT  

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