What is Jallikattu?
Q: What is Jallikattu?
A: Jallikattu is a traditional event in Tamil Nadu where participants try to embrace a bull, displaying their bravery as the bull tries to knock them off.
Q: When is Jallikattu traditionally held?
A: Jallikattu is traditionally held on the third day of Pongal festival and the second day of the Thai month of the Tamil calendar, known as Maatu Pongal.
Q: What is the earliest history of Jallikattu?
A: The earliest history of Jallikattu dates back to around 2500 years ago.
Q: Why was Jallikattu banned by the Supreme Court in 2014?
A: Jallikattu was banned by the Supreme Court in 2014 due to animal welfare issues.
Q: How did the people of Tamil Nadu respond to the ban on Jallikattu?
A: Young people in Tamil Nadu protested against the Supreme Court's decision at the Marina beach, and despite the ban, over 2 million people continue to participate in the annual event.
Q: When was the ban on Jallikattu lifted?
A: The ban on Jallikattu was lifted by the Union Government on January 8th, 2018, after ongoing protests forced the government to issue a special ordinance for the event.
Q: Who protested against the lifting of the ban on Jallikattu?
A: Organisations like PETA protested against the lifting of the ban on Jallikattu, but the people of Tamil Nadu requested for the banishment of PETA from the state.
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