Srinagar, Dec. 25 -- Supreme Court's recent observation that courts will lean toward animals who are silent victims of commercial ventures is a turning point in India's legal and moral landscape. It is not simply a gesture of empathy but a recognition that justice must extend to those who cannot speak for themselves. In a country where animals are routinely commodified; whether in factory farms, entertainment industries, or exploitative trade; the judiciary has stepped in to remind us that profit cannot be pursued at the expense of dignity and compassion. The ruling is significant because it positions the courts as guardians of the voiceless, filling gaps where legislation and enforcement have long failed.

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