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In Rudyard Kipling’s The Second Jungle Book , the story " The King's Ankus " features a jewel-encrusted goad that leads to a cycle of greed and violence among those who find it, serving as a cautionary tale about material wealth.

Due to its potential for misuse and the pain it can inflict, many animal welfare organizations like PETA India advocate against its use. Several regions are phasing it out; for instance, the UK plans to ban its use in zoos by 2030. In Rudyard Kipling’s The Second Jungle Book ,

It symbolizes the Buddha’s teachings, representing the control of the mind and the guidance of beings toward enlightenment. In Rudyard Kipling’s The Second Jungle Book ,