Indian Parliament Passes Bill Criminalizing Insult to Vande Mataram
Amidst opposition protests, the Indian Parliament has passed a bill that criminalizes any insult to the national song Vande Mataram. The legislation cleared both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
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Parliament passes Vande Mataram bill
Parliament passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Bill on Thursday. This amendment extends legal protection to the national song Vande Mataram. The DMK opposed the bill, citing concerns about national division and imposition. The BJP defended the amendment, emphasizing respect for the complete Vande Mataram song. This action places Vande Mataram on par with the national anthem for legal protection.
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Read full article →Amid Opposition protests, House clears Bill criminalising insult to Vande Mataram
By Deeptiman Tiwary
Read full article →Lok Sabha Clears Bill To Criminalise Insult To Vande Mataram
The Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act currently prohibits intentionally preventing the singing of the national anthem (Jana Gana Mana), or causing disturbance to any assembly engaged in such singing.
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