Q1: 1. What does Section 289 of the Indian Penal Code 1860 deal with?

• A) A) Negligent conduct with respect to animals
• B) B) Theft of animals
• C) C) Cruelty towards animals
• D) D) Abandonment of animals

Q2: 2. According to Section 289, what is the punishment for negligently doing any act which results in the death of an animal?

• A) A) Imprisonment up to 6 months or fine or both
• B) B) Imprisonment up to 1 year or fine or both
• C) C) Imprisonment up to 3 years or fine or both
• D) D) Imprisonment up to 5 years or fine or both

Q3: 3. In which situation could a person be charged under Section 289 for negligent conduct with respect to an animal?

• A) A) Accidentally feeding the wrong food to a pet
• B) B) Leaving a pet unattended for an extended period
• C) C) Taking a sick animal to the vet promptly
• D) D) Providing adequate shelter and care to an animal

Q4: 4. What constitutes negligent conduct towards an animal under Section 289?

• A) A) Providing necessary food, water, and shelter
• B) B) Intentionally harming an animal
• C) C) Failing to provide necessary care resulting in harm to the animal
• D) D) Training an animal for a specific purpose

Q5: 5. If a person fails to provide medical treatment to an injured animal, what offense could they be charged with under Section 289?

• A) A) Animal cruelty
• B) B) Negligent conduct with respect to animal
• C) C) Animal abandonment
• D) D) Animal trafficking

Q6: 6. Scenario: A dog owner leaves their pet tied up outside during a severe thunderstorm, resulting in the dog getting injured. What offense could the owner be charged with?

• A) A) Animal cruelty
• B) B) Negligent conduct with respect to animal
• C) C) Animal abandonment
• D) D) Animal neglect

Q7: 7. What is the main objective of Section 289 in the Indian Penal Code 1860?

• A) A) To protect animals from all forms of harm
• B) B) To ensure responsible ownership of animals
• C) C) To regulate the use of animals in entertainment
• D) D) To prevent intentional cruelty towards animals

Q8: 8. If a person leaves their pet locked in a hot car on a summer day, what offense could they be charged with under Section 289?

• A) A) Animal cruelty
• B) B) Negligent conduct with respect to animal
• C) C) Animal abandonment
• D) D) Animal endangerment

Q9: 9. Under Section 289, what is considered negligent conduct towards an animal?

• A) A) Regularly feeding and grooming the animal
• B) B) Failing to provide proper care leading to harm or death of the animal
• C) C) Training the animal for specific tasks
• D) D) Using an animal in a lawful manner

Q10: 10. Scenario: A horse owner fails to provide adequate food and water to their horse, resulting in the horse becoming malnourished. What offense could the owner be charged with?

• A) A) Animal cruelty
• B) B) Negligent conduct with respect to animal
• C) C) Animal abandonment
• D) D) Animal neglect

Q11: 11. What consequences could arise from negligent conduct towards an animal under Section 289?

• A) A) Revocation of animal ownership rights
• B) B) Mandatory animal care training
• C) C) Fine, imprisonment, or both
• D) D) Community service related to animal welfare

Q12: 12. If a person fails to provide proper shelter to their pet during extreme weather conditions, what offense could they be charged with under Section 289?

• A) A) Animal cruelty
• B) B) Negligent conduct with respect to animal
• C) C) Animal abandonment
• D) D) Animal endangerment

Q13: 13. What is the importance of Section 289 in the Indian Penal Code 1860?

• A) A) To protect animals from intentional harm only
• B) B) To establish guidelines for animal welfare organizations
• C) C) To address negligent behavior towards animals
• D) D) To regulate animal breeding practices

Q14: 14. Scenario: A pet owner fails to seek veterinary care for their sick pet, leading to the pet's death. What offense could the owner be charged with under Section 289?

• A) A) Animal cruelty
• B) B) Negligent conduct with respect to animal
• C) C) Animal abandonment
• D) D) Animal neglect

Q15: 15. What should pet owners keep in mind to avoid being charged under Section 289 for negligent conduct with respect to animals?

• A) A) Providing basic necessities and medical care to their pets
• B) B) Keeping pets indoors at all times
• C) C) Training pets to be self-sufficient
• D) D) Selling pets to responsible owners

Q16: 16. If a person fails to provide proper exercise to their pet, what offense could they be charged with under Section 289?

• A) A) Animal cruelty
• B) B) Negligent conduct with respect to animal
• C) C) Animal abandonment
• D) D) Animal neglect

Q17: 17. What measures can be taken to prevent negligent conduct with respect to animals as outlined in Section 289?

• A) A) Mandatory pet registration
• B) B) Educational campaigns on responsible pet ownership
• C) C) Banning of pet ownership
• D) D) Increased penalties for intentional animal cruelty

Q18: 18. Scenario: A pet owner knowingly feeds their pet a toxic substance, resulting in the pet's illness. What offense could the owner be charged with under Section 289?

• A) A) Animal cruelty
• B) B) Negligent conduct with respect to animal
• C) C) Animal abandonment
• D) D) Animal poisoning

Q19: 19. Under Section 289, what actions could be considered negligent conduct towards an animal?

• A) A) Taking a pet to the vet for regular check-ups
• B) B) Leaving a pet in a safe environment while traveling
• C) C) Failing to provide adequate food and water to a pet
• D) D) Providing appropriate training to a pet

Q20: 20. What role does public awareness play in preventing cases of negligent conduct with respect to animals under Section 289?

• A) A) No role, as it is solely the responsibility of pet owners
• B) B) Educating the public on animal welfare laws and responsibilities
• C) C) Prosecuting individuals for any mistreatment of animals
• D) D) Providing free veterinary care for all animals

Q21: 21. Scenario: A pet owner abandons their pet on the street, leaving it homeless and vulnerable. What offense could the owner be charged with under Section 289?

• A) A) Animal cruelty
• B) B) Negligent conduct with respect to animal
• C) C) Animal abandonment
• D) D) Animal neglect

Q22: 22. What are the potential consequences of negligent conduct towards an animal under Section 289 on the pet owner?

• A) A) Warning letter from animal control
• B) B) Mandatory community service related to animal welfare
• C) C) Fine, imprisonment, or both
• D) D) Requirement to attend pet care classes

Q23: 23. How can pet owners ensure compliance with Section 289 to avoid charges of negligent conduct towards animals?

• A) A) Providing proper training to their pets
• B) B) Regularly checking on their pets' welfare
• C) C) Keeping pets in confined spaces
• D) D) Not seeking veterinary care for sick pets

Q24: 24. Scenario: A livestock owner fails to provide adequate shelter to their animals during harsh weather conditions, resulting in the animals falling sick. What offense could the owner be charged with under Section 289?

• A) A) Animal cruelty
• B) B) Negligent conduct with respect to animal
• C) C) Animal abandonment
• D) D) Animal neglect

Q25: 25. How can the community support the implementation of Section 289 to prevent negligent conduct towards animals?

• A) A) Reporting suspected cases of animal cruelty only
• B) B) Organizing protests against pet ownership
• C) C) Promoting responsible pet ownership practices
• D) D) Ignoring instances of animal mistreatment