Animals are indispensable part of the society. The cow, being the sacred being in India, is respected equivalent to a mother. Care for cows is meant for awareness, education and action regarding cow protection.
Gaushalas or Goshalas are protective shelters for cows in India. Goshalas focus on treating cows well out of their religious significance in Hinduism and consequent cultural sensitivity towards their welfare. Gaushala, a Sanskrit word (Gau means cow and Shala means a shelter place: Gau + Shala = shelter for cows), means the abode or sanctuary for cows, calves and oxen. Apart from providing sanctuary, the Gaushala also rescues the animals destined for illegal slaughter.
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