Tamil Nadu Government Challenges Madras HC Cow Slaughter Ban in Supreme Court
The Vijay-led Tamil Nadu government has moved the Supreme Court to challenge the Madras High Court's ban on cow slaughter, including during Bakrid. The state argues that the ban contradicts existing state laws.
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'HC went beyond ... ': Vijay-led TN govt moves SC challenging cow slaughter ban even on Bakrid
Tamil Nadu's government has approached the Supreme Court, challenging the Madras high court's order for a complete ban on cow slaughter. The state argues the high court exceeded its jurisdiction by imposing a blanket prohibition, even on authorized slaughterhouses. Existing laws, they contend, regulate rather than prohibit the slaughter of older, unfit cows, and the government seeks an interim stay on the high court's directive.
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