CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Explanation: Assam Legislative Assembly cleared amendments in the Cattle Preservation Act; eases the transportation of cattle for agricultural purposes, and has stringent punishment for cattle smugglers.

Detailed explanation-2: -UPSC Mains. Q. Which state has recently passed an amendment to the Cattle Preservation Act,1950? Notes: The legislative assembly of the state of Assam has recently passed an amendment bill, which seeks to modify the Cattle Preservation Act, 1950 and strengthen the same.

Detailed explanation-3: -to provide for the preservation of cattle by regulating their slaughter, consumption, illegal transportation and matters connected and incidental therewith. (1) This Act may be called the Assam Cattle Preservation Act, 2021. 2. The Act shall apply to the cattle specified in the Schedule of the Act.

Detailed explanation-4: -seizure and detain. 11. (1) Every Animal Market Committee of recognized animal markets shall issue proof of sale and purchase of animals in the prescribed format to the purchaser and maintain proper record for inspection by the competent. authority.