We in India are lucky to have one of the most comprehensive set of animal protection laws in the world. Enshrined in the Indian constitution, Article 51 (G) states the following:

"It shall be the duty of every citizen of India to protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers and wild life, and to have compassion for living creatures."

 

Keeping constitutional provision in view, important animal protection laws that have been enacted. 

 

Source: AWBI (Animal Welfare Board of India)