Hamid Ansari Backs Proposal to Consider Cow as National Animal Ahead of Bakrid

Ahead of Bakrid, a statement by Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind president Maulana Arshad Madani has sparked widespread discussion across the country. Madani urged the government to declare the cow as the national animal, arguing that such a move could permanently end politics and violence surrounding cow-related issues.

He also stated that anyone involved in the chain of cow slaughter — including those who sell cows to butchers, purchase them, or consume beef — should be held equally responsible.

Now, former Vice President of India, Hamid Ansari, has weighed in on the debate with a significant remark. Ansari said that if people have objections to cow sacrifice, the government should seriously consider Maulana Madani’s proposal.

Speaking on the issue, Ansari acknowledged that animal sacrifice is practiced by many communities as part of religious traditions and principles. However, he added that whether it involves a cow, camel, or goat is a separate matter. He emphasized that if cow sacrifice hurts public sentiment or leads to objections, it should be avoided.

The remarks come amid renewed debate over religious practices, animal sacrifice, and the political sensitivity surrounding cow protection in India ahead of Bakrid.

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