Hindus urge Reserve Bank of Australia to print beef-free $20 and $100 banknotes

[boomboomcheema]

The Hindu community is requesting the Reserve Bank of Australia print beef-free banknotes after it was revealed that cow fat is used in their production.

Newly designed banknotes are being introduced into the country, with the new $5, $10, and $50 notes already in circulation.

The $20 and $100 notes will be introduced in 2019 and 2020 respectively.

This week, President of the Universal Society of Hinduism, Rajan Zed, asked the RBA to 'show respect to the feelings of Hindus and come up with a banknote production process which did not use beef as an ingredient.'

Small amounts of tallow, which is rendered from beef or mutton fat, are used in the production of polymer currency to provide anti-static properties.



Cows are sacred to Hindus and the consumption of beef is highly conflicting to Hindu beliefs. It is banned in Hindu religious centres.

Mr Zed has urged RBA Governor Philip Lowe to take the issue seriously and for Scott Morisson to step in because it is 'highly insensitive on the part of RBA to continue with reportedly beef-laced banknotes.'

'The RBA should have been wise and literate enough to look into the religious sensitivities of its consumers before investing so much money and effort into the production of polymer banknotes,' he told Daily Mail Australia

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/ar...stralia-print-beef-free-20-100-banknotes.html

Now the Indians are bringing Beef Politics outside India.

 

[Gabbar Singh]

Rajan Zed isn't even Australian - who is this random American to tell Australians what they can and can't do?

 

[Pakpak]

Hindus are as obsessed about beef as some Muslims about pigs.

 

[cric_man]

It is part of their belief. As is the belief that pig is haram central to all muslim (not a few).
I would not like to handle money with pig extracts.

 

[Bewal Express]

If they can use a Substitute then they should. I am with the Hindus on this.

 

[Pakistanian]

Meh in a secular society you shouldn't be demanding others to change for you, next Mormons are gonna request coffee to be banned since it's forbidden in their doctrine.

 

[Bewal Express]

Meh in a secular society you shouldn't be demanding others to change for you, next Mormons are gonna request coffee to be banned since it's forbidden in their doctrine.

But Mormons don't have to touch coffee or drink it, but it's very difficult not to touch money. I don't see a problem with what they are asking.

 

[KingKhanWC]

But Mormons don't have to touch coffee or drink it, but it's very difficult not to touch money. I don't see a problem with what they are asking.

The problem is it would cost millions to change the notes. We had this issue in the UK too.

Animal fat in new £5 note offensive, says Sikh activist

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-38160291

If they are wlling to pay for the change, then I dont see why not. The taxpayer shouldn't fund this.

 

[Solid Snake]

In a time when more and more people are being concerned about our treatment of animals, I think it's fair enough to raise the issue. Though yes coming from an outsider from a more religious angle, I can see people dismissing it off-hand.

If however there is a substitute that doesn't involve animal products, then I think most people would actually prefer it (including non-hindus, non-vegans etc)

EDIT: had not seen the post above mine, if their is a cost issue then that obviously has to be taken into account

 

[KingKhanWC]

In a time when more and more people are being concerned about our treatment of animals, I think it's fair enough to raise the issue. Though yes coming from an outsider from a more religious angle, I can see people dismissing it off-hand.

If however there is a substitute that doesn't involve animal products, then I think most people would actually prefer it (including non-hindus, non-vegans etc)

EDIT: had not seen the post above mine, if their is a cost issue then that obviously has to be taken into account

Most people dont care including Hindu's and Sikhs, it;s the religious fundamentalists wanting their own way all the time. Such animal fat is found in hundreds of products including toothpaste, tyres and shopping bags. You might as well not leave the house

 

[Bewal Express]

The problem is it would cost millions to change the notes. We had this issue in the UK too.



https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-38160291

If they are wlling to pay for the change, then I dont see why not. The taxpayer shouldn't fund this.

In the bigger scheme of things, these are small amounts.

 

[JaDed]

Hindus are as obsessed about beef as some Muslims about pigs.

The equivalence here is halal, Hindus are obsessed with Beef similar to Muslims with Halal meat.

 

[Pakpak]

The equivalence here is halal, Hindus are obsessed with Beef similar to Muslims with Halal meat.

I was talking about the animal specifically. Some Muslims show a massive irrational hatred towards a pig, which is just an animal. The way some Hindus are as sensitive about cows.

Its just very illogical to me, no offense, so I commented.

 

[JaDed]

I was talking about the animal specifically. Some Muslims show a massive irrational hatred towards a pig, which is just an animal. The way some Hindus are as sensitive about cows.

Its just very illogical to me, no offense, so I commented.

Yes, it is illogical because its religious most religious things are illogical but people have faith in it.

 

[GBK_Fan]

How did that guy become the head of the “universal society of Hinduism”?

 

[PakLFC]

Hindus are as obsessed about beef as some Muslims about pigs.

No! Muslim's don't stop others from consuming pork or kill people those who do. In Australia a predominantly Christian country with a very small expat Hindu community they can do what they want. Hindu's should shut it!

 

[Gilly]

Do Hindus use leather or drink milk?.

 

[Itachi]

Do Hindus use leather or drink milk?.

Yes and yes.

 

[Madplayer]

Nothing wrong in asking whether it can be done.

Dont see a problem with it at all. If they can convince the Aussies politely, then good for them. I completely understand that its a part of their belief.

 

[Gilly]

Yes and yes.

From cows?.

 

[Swashbuckler]

Please change the thread title. One particular group asked for this, how do they represent all Hindus? I am not a fan of such generalizations. But that's just dailymail being dailymail, hope posters here note the difference.

On topic, this is a stupid request by them.

 

[Gilly]

If they can use a Substitute then they should. I am with the Hindus on this.

Australian is a major beef exporter and many Australians rely on the beef industry for employment, Australia is not a good place to be if you have problems with beef.

 

[Sachin136]

Do Hindus use leather or drink milk?.

There are millions of Hindus and they all have their own preferences. Many are non-vegetarian, egg eating vegetarian, pescatarian, ovo lacto vegegarian, ovo vegetarian, lacto vegetarian, vegan, etc.

 

[Itachi]

From cows?.

Yes. Most drink milk. Even in our rituals, milk plays important part.

Leather, opinions are divided. Some don't use it for being costly. Some don't use it not for religious reason but due animal cruelty.

Some people use regularly.

There are no hard and fast rules.

 

[Itachi]

Nothing wrong in asking whether it can be done.

Dont see a problem with it at all. If they can convince the Aussies politely, then good for them. I completely understand that its a part of their belief.

There's no such belief.

There are contradictory rules between my fathers family and mothers family. Yet both are hindus but only different branches.

No branch can say they are right or others are wrong. It's up to you which way you want to go.

From my mother's side, they believe in monotheism where idol worship is forbidden same as Islam and Christianity.

That's why you can't generalize Hinduism. Different branches could seem like compelety different religions.

 

[Madplayer]

There's no such belief.

There are contradictory rules between my fathers family and mothers family. Yet both are hindus but only different branches.

No branch can say they are right or others are wrong. It's up to you which way you want to go.

From my mother's side, they believe in monotheism where idol worship is forbidden same as Islam and Christianity.

That's why you can't generalize Hinduism. Different branches could seem like compelety different religions.

I know that. Its like different sects. Vedic hindus are closer to Abrahamic religions. But can you deny that millions of hindus have a problem with handling products made from cow meat? Its a reality

 

[Rafa]

There's no such belief.

There are contradictory rules between my fathers family and mothers family. Yet both are hindus but only different branches.

No branch can say they are right or others are wrong. It's up to you which way you want to go.

From my mother's side, they believe in monotheism where idol worship is forbidden same as Islam and Christianity.

That's why you can't generalize Hinduism. Different branches could seem like compelety different religions.

So the Hindu group here must be wrong that they consider Cow to be holy . They should call you onboard and let you correct their opinion.

 

[Itachi]

So the Hindu group here must be wrong that they consider Cow to be holy . They should call you onboard and let you correct their opinion.

As I said, there no right or wrong. Both are allowed. If you follow one branch or the other, you have every right. I am not calling them right or wrong. What I am stating here is that, generalization shouldn't be done on a particular perspective only.

 

[Itachi]

I know that. Its like different sects. Vedic hindus are closer to Abrahamic religions. But can you deny that millions of hindus have a problem with handling products made from cow meat? Its a reality

After seeing animal cruelty, I am against any such product not due to religion but due to the view that animals have equal right to live.

So in my case, it won't be limited to cow meat but any other animal as a matter of fact.

 

[Bewal Express]

Australian is a major beef exporter and many Australians rely on the beef industry for employment, Australia is not a good place to be if you have problems with beef.

They have not asked you to ban the beef industry, they have asked for sensitivity.

 

[Savitar]

Hope they don't lynch someone for this.

 

[Gilly]

They have not asked you to ban the beef industry, they have asked for sensitivity.

Hindus must already know that the beef industry in Australia is massive and supplies many products for industry. I get that Hindus dont agree with the use of bovine products but its really just to bad.

 

[Cpt. Rishwat]

As I said, there no right or wrong. Both are allowed. If you follow one branch or the other, you have every right. I am not calling them right or wrong. What I am stating here is that, generalization shouldn't be done on a particular perspective only.

Ok, in that case the Australian govt can ignore the request since it can be argued that they are following the branch of Hindus that see nothing wrong with producing beef-based currency.

 

[Itachi]

Ok, in that case the Australian govt can ignore the request since it can be argued that they are following the branch of Hindus that see nothing wrong with producing beef-based currency.

People have no objection in using real leather but the same people if objects the same in something else, it will just show hypocrisy.

 

[Cpt. Rishwat]

People have no objection in using real leather but the same people if objects the same in something else, it will just show hypocrisy.

Eh? Have no idea what you are talking about here, I suggest you don't talk in riddles and just say what you want to say clearly.

 

[Napa]

I was talking about the animal specifically. Some Muslims show a massive irrational hatred towards a pig, which is just an animal. The way some Hindus are as sensitive about cows.

Its just very illogical to me, no offense, so I commented.

Wanting to protect an animal is different from feeling hatred towards another animal.

 

[Itachi]

People have no objection in using real leather but the same people if objects the same in something else, it will just show hypocrisy.

What I am saying above is, if these kind of request are brought forward in the name of religion, then people should take every steps to ensure that the same doesn't repeat in other goods. If you are using leather but have objection in usage of animal fats in other aspects, then it's a hypocrisy.

 

[Yossarian]

Hindus are as obsessed about beef as some Muslims about pigs.

With Hindus it's reverence of cows, whilst with Muslims (and Jews) it's the exact opposite as to why eating pig is not halal (the origins based upon health due to it being a scavenger and not meant for human consumption). In fact even Christians (according to the Old Testament) are forbidden from eating pig. So don't try and equate the two under the same banner.

 

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

Their country, their rules. Australia should ask them to go back to India.

 

[Slog]

Hindus are as obsessed about beef as some Muslims about pigs.

It’s natural

 

[Pakpak]

With Hindus it's reverence of cows, whilst with Muslims (and Jews) it's the exact opposite as to why eating pig is not halal (the origins based upon health due to it being a scavenger and not meant for human consumption). In fact even Christians (according to the Old Testament) are forbidden from eating pig. So don't try and equate the two under the same banner.

????

Both of them are obsessed about not eating. Hence the obsession about two animals and not to eat it is the only thing common, which is what I said.

 

[Yossarian]

????

Both of them are obsessed about not eating. Hence the obsession about two animals and not to eat it is the only thing common, which is what I said.

Context is everything. There is a distinction. Which you obviously failed to understand from my previous post.

Hindus revere cows. Cows are sacred to them. So not only will Hindus not eat cows, they will, if they could, also ban everyone else from eating their sacred animal. In the case of pigs, Muslims (and Jews, as well Christians who still adhere to the Old Testament) will not eat pigs themselves because it is haram (due to it being a scavenger. Abrahamic religions, generally speaking, ban the eating of scavengers due to health reasons) , but in principle, they have no right to stop others from doing so. (Don't confuse the (political/cultural) practice of Muslim countries banning pork products with whether or not non-Muslims should be prevented from eating pork). A subtle but fundamental difference

 

[Pakpak]

Context is everything. There is a distinction. Which you obviously failed to understand from my previous post.

Hindus revere cows. Cows are sacred to them. So not only will Hindus not eat cows, they will, if they could, also ban everyone else from eating their sacred animal. In the case of pigs, Muslims (and Jews, as well Christians who still adhere to the Old Testament) will not eat pigs themselves because it is haram (due to it being a scavenger. Abrahamic religions, generally speaking, ban the eating of scavengers due to health reasons) , but in principle, they have no right to stop others from doing so. (Don't confuse the (political/cultural) practice of Muslim countries banning pork products with whether or not non-Muslims should be prevented from eating pork). A subtle but fundamental difference

Both are obsessed about 2 different animals for different reasons.

I hope I don't have to write such a simple concept again.

 

[Adijazz1706]

Both are obsessed about 2 different animals for different reasons.

I hope I don't have to write such a simple concept again.

Muslims aren't obsessed with pigs, they just don't eat them. Would you say vegetarians are obsessed with meat?

 

[Pakpak]

Muslims aren't obsessed with pigs, they just don't eat them. Would you say vegetarians are obsessed with meat?

Yes. That's why we have the joke you can't go five minutes into a conversation without a vegan telling you he's vegan.

 

[Adijazz1706]

Yes. That's why we have the joke you can't go five minutes into a conversation without a vegan telling you he's vegan.

And atheists with religion

 

[Pakpak]

And atheists with religion

Some atheists yes.

I don't know why you're butt hurt Its my personal opinion.

 

[troodon]

Hindus Urge? More like this idiot Rajan trying to stay relevant.

These kind of ridiculous requests should be laughed off by Aus government.

 

[topspin]

Hindus are as obsessed about beef as some Muslims about pigs.

Don't bring your atheism agenda on here with your false claims.

 

[Pakpak]

Don't bring your atheism agenda on here with your false claims.

I will check my agenda schedule on my diary and let you know

Thanks again PP for the ignore feature. My list continues to grow