Yogic perspective of economic importance of cow in modern India

Abstract

Cow has been regarded as the most important sacred animal since Vedic ages having very high value in country’s religion, history and with deep impact on economy, spirituality, social strata and Yogic traditions. In Rig-Veda, Cow is sometimes said to be as Indra’s mother which highlights its importance. The cow, now a days, are being into focus for their possible role in supporting the sustainable organic economy through their main and allied products. The cow products have been an essential portion in Indian Yogic traditions since time immemorial and we can often see them being used in daily worship rituals in the Indian households. The Yogic perspective of economic importance of cow helps us to see and strengthen their contemporary importance in modern scenario.