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Do all Indians not eat beef? The surprising regional and religious differences

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5 min read
According to a 2014 report by the National Sample Survey Office, beef consumption is negligible in northern and central India, yet is culturally ingrained in states like Kerala and Goa. The idea that all Indians do not eat beef is a common misconception, overlooking the nation's immense diversity shaped by religion, region, and social customs.

Understanding What Culture Eats No Beef

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4 min read
According to a 2021 Pew Research Center study, 72% of Hindus in India state that a person cannot be Hindu if they eat beef. This deep-seated aversion is just one example of what culture eats no beef, rooted in ancient religious texts, spiritual beliefs, and agricultural practices across the globe.