The Indian Zoroastrian community disposes of their dead through exposure to sunlight and birds of prey. Recent reductions in vulture numbers has raised questions about whether the disposal method needs to change.Kojeste Mistree, Zoroastrian Studies, Mumbai, India, explains.
Last Updated: 24 January 2010
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