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Is not singing Vande Mataram punishable offence? Supreme Court to examine

The Supreme Court will not decide on the National Song's stanza length now. It will examine if not singing it can be a punishable offense. The court referenced a past ruling stating no one can be punished for not singing the National Anthem. The Centre opposed the challenge, citing a axalite mindset for questioning the song. The court asked the Centre to file its response to the public interest litigation.

22 Sep 2026 11:56 am