Why Did Gujarat Ban Glue Traps? | Which Act Do They Violate? | Current Affairs 2026

The Government of Gujarat recently imposed a statewide ban on the manufacture, sale, storage, and use of glue traps (sticky boards). These traps are considered harmful because they cause prolonged suffering and injury to animals and birds that become stuck in the adhesive.

📚 MCQ:
The Government of Gujarat recently issued a complete statewide ban on the manufacture, sale, storage, and use of glue traps (sticky boards). This practice was declared illegal primarily because it violates which statutory Act?

✅ Answer: Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960

The ban is aimed at preventing cruelty and unnecessary suffering to animals, as the use of glue traps can cause prolonged distress, injury, and death.

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✅ Why Gujarat banned glue traps
✅ What glue traps are and how they affect animals
✅ The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960
✅ Why the use of sticky traps is considered cruel
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