I suspect I have the answer. It's a defensive weapon. It's not designed to kill, but to deter.
And the reason may be religious. In a land that believes in karma, killing is the ultimate no-no.
Maybe this is carried by people with religious convictions. It may be a woman's self-defense tool.
Not all weapons are designed to inflict fatality. I recently posted an aboriginal weapon that was only designed to wound (see Kangaroo Tooth Lacerator thread).
Also, if memory serves me well, I think there are a multitude of Indian weapons that are designed to deter rather than kill. I think of Tiger's Claws, in particular.
Perhaps others more knowledgeable in this area can expand.
That's what I think, anyway. It's a defensive weapon. Carried by people who don't want to kill potential attackers.
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