concept   cattle rearing
culture   Nepal
statement   In Nepal, cattle rearing is a sacred and essential aspect of rural livelihood, used for farming and dairy production.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 livestock Nepal Considered sacred in some religions and not typically raised for meat 2
2 cattle drive Nepal Not a common practice due to the sacred status of cows in Hinduism, and the use of other methods for transporting livestock. 1
3 cattle drive Nepal Cattle are considered sacred and are not typically driven over long distances, but rather left to graze freely in rural areas. 1
4 cattle drive Nepal Cattle are considered sacred in Hinduism and their traditional use is for farming and dairy production rather than being herded long distances. 1
5 cattle drive Nepal Cattle are considered sacred and respected animals, and herding them over long distances for commercial purposes is uncommon and culturally inappropriate 1
6 cattle farming Nepal Cows are considered sacred and are not used for meat production 1
7 cattle grazing Nepal Considered sacred in Hindu culture, grazing is a symbol of abundance and prosperity 1
8 cattle rearing Nepal Considered sacred in Hinduism and commonly seen in rural agricultural settings 1
9 farm animals Nepal Considered sacred in some religious practices and not commonly consumed 1
10 grazing Nepal Cows freely roaming and grazing in open fields or streets 1
11 livestock Nepal Cows are considered sacred and are often protected rather than raised for meat production. 1
12 livestock farming Nepal Cows are considered sacred and their farming is intertwined with religious and cultural practices 1
13 livestock grazing Nepal Considered sacred in some regions and discouraged in certain areas 1
14 livestock rearing Nepal Integral part of rural livelihood and often considered sacred 1
15 livestock route Nepal Traditionally used for the seasonal movement of yaks or other livestock to higher grazing grounds in the summer months 1
16 long-horned cattle Nepal Considered sacred and revered in Hindu culture 1
17 relationship with livestock Nepal Livestock are often considered sacred and are integrated into daily life, with emotional bonds and religious significance. 1
18 use of animal labor in farming Nepal Still widely practiced, with oxen commonly used for plowing fields 1