UPSC Prelims 2009·GS1·polity-and-governance·governance

Where is the headquarters of Animal Welfare Board of India located?

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  1. AAhmedabad
  2. BChennaiCorrect
  3. CHyderabad
  4. DKolkata

Explanation

The Animal Welfare Board of India was established in 1962 under Section 4 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1960. It was headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, from its inception until early 2018. Although the headquarters were moved to Ballabhgarh in Haryana for administrative efficiency, in the context of standard UPSC material and historical significance, Chennai remains the primary established location associated with the board since its founding by Rukmini Devi Arundale. Based on the options provided, Chennai is the correct historical and long term location.
polity-and-governance: Where is the headquarters of Animal Welfare Board of India located?

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