ABSTRACT
Among all the dietary restrictions or prohibitions placed on Muslims by God, the majority fall in the domain of animal kingdom, especially land animals (see Chapter 2). In addition, Muhammad emphasized certain conditions for the handling of animals. He said, “Verily Allah has prescribed proficiency in all things. Thus, if you kill, kill well; and if you perform dhabiha, perform it well. Let each one of you sharpen his blade and let him spare suffering to the animal he slays” (Khan, 1991). In this chapter on halal production requirements, guidelines and procedures have been formulated keeping dietary permissions and prohibitions in mind.
