BANGALORE MIRROR 14 MARCH 2011
The proposed Animal Welfare Act of 2011 hits aam admi. Even action taken in self- defense against animal attacks may be construed as an offense. Strict action should be taken to prevent cruelty to animals but not at the cost of human safety. The value of animal life cannot be equated with human life. The Supreme Court has ruled against “active euthanasia” in the Aruna Shanbhaug case. No such strict rules exist against animal euthanasia. It is futile to talk about animal rights without considering the human right for a stray dog-free neighbourhood.
