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1966 anti-cow slaughter agitation

In 1966, there was a big fuss about cows being killed. Some people in India thought that cows are special animals and should not be killed. They believed cows were sacred and should be treated with respect. These people were worried that cows were being killed in India and wanted to stop it.

They started protesting against the killing of cows and organized a big protest called the anti-cow slaughter agitation. Many people joined this protest to show their support for cows. They marched around the streets and made speeches to bring attention to this issue.

This protest was a big deal in India because it was not just about cows being killed, it was also about religion and culture. Cows are seen as a symbol of Hinduism, the main religion in India. Some people feel that their religious beliefs are being threatened by the killing of cows.

The government also got involved and passed laws to protect cows. They made it illegal to kill cows and started punishing people who did. This made the protesters happy because they felt like they were making a difference and protecting something important.

In the end, the anti-cow slaughter agitation was successful in its mission to protect cows. Cows are still seen as sacred in India today and many people continue to support the cause.