Supreme Court Says Anti‑Slaughter Law Not Applicable to Illegal Cattle Transport

The Supreme Court clarified that the anti‑slaughter law cannot be invoked in cases involving only illegal transportation of cattle. In a recent judgment, the Court held that the law's scope is limited to the act of slaughter and does not extend to transport violations. The decision follows a case where authorities had attempted to charge transporters under the animal welfare legislation for moving cattle without proper permits. The Court emphasized that separate statutes, such as the Prevention of Animal Cruelty Act and transport regulations, govern illegal movement of livestock. This ruling may influence how animal welfare and transport laws are enforced in the future.