If I see someone not standing up for National Anthem. Can I take him to court. Give reason for your answer
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Answer:
Refusal to stand during the national anthem became a widespread form of protest during World War I. ... The act of protest was very controversial, and many people were highly offended, so that even accidentally remaining seated could result in violence.
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Answer:
Section 3 of the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971 , says: "Whoever intentionally prevents the singing of the Indian National Anthem or causes disturbances to any assembly engaged in such singing shall be punished with imprisonment for a term, which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both."
Explanation:
As one can see, not standing up for the anthem doesn't result in any penalty presently. However, disrupting others singing it would
But presently, this act has provision of a penalty only for those disrupting the singing of the anthem. It remains to be seen if this will be amended to penalise those not standing for the anthem.
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