Section 3

Prevention of singing of Indian National Anthem, etc.

The Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971

  • Act 69 of 1971
  • Ministry of Home Affairs
  • Department of Home
About this Act

An Act to prevent insults to national honour.

All sections
    Whoever Intentionally prevents the singing of the Indian National Anthem or causes disturbance 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.

Source: India Code (Legislative Department, Govt. of India). Check the official Gazette before relying on it in court. Not legal advice. Free legal aid: 15100 (NALSA) · Know your rights

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