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Study guide for Animal Welfare Board under Climate Change Environmental Administration for UPSC Civil Services Preparation. Study guide for Animal Welfare Board under Climate Change Environmental Administration for UPSC Civil Services Preparation.
Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI)
A statutory advisory body established in 1962 under Section 4 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act, 1960, to promote animal welfare and prevent unnecessary pain or suffering to animals.
Importance in UPSCUPSC में महत्व
Frequently tested in Prelims regarding statutory status, nodal ministry, and composition; relevant for Mains in the context of Ethics (Animal Rights vs. Human Utility) and Environment (Biodiversity Conservation).
Learning Outcomesसीखने के परिणाम
- Master foundational concepts and mechanisms of Animal Welfare Board.
- Evaluate spatial distribution, institutional frameworks, and policy dimensions.
- Apply high-yield mnemonics to solve tricky Prelims and Mains questions.
Prerequisitesआवश्यक शर्तें
- Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960
- Constitutional provisions (Article 51A(g))