concept   captive animal
culture   India
statement   Captive animals in India are both revered in religious contexts and seen as symbols of exploitation and mistreatment.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 animal captivity India Viewed as unethical and harmful to wildlife, with a focus on promoting conservation in natural habitats 1
2 captive animal India Captive animals are often regarded with compassion and are sometimes kept in temples or sanctuaries as a form of spiritual reverence. 1
3 captive animal India Captive animals, especially elephants, are commonly used for religious and cultural ceremonies, and may be considered sacred or revered in certain contexts. 1
4 captive animal India Captive animals may be seen as symbols of exploitation and mistreatment, and there is a preference for animals to be free in their natural habitat. 1
5 captive animal India Captive animals are often revered and cared for in temples or sanctuaries, where they are seen as symbols of spirituality and compassion. 1
6 captive animal India Captive animals are sometimes kept as part of religious or spiritual practices, and are revered as symbols of divine qualities. 1
7 marine mammal captivity India Generally opposed and considered unethical due to the belief that marine mammals should not be kept in captivity for human purposes. 1