Playing National Anthem In Cinema Theatres Not Mandatory- SC
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The Apex Court on Tuesday made few modifications in its order and said that it is not mandatory to play national anthem in cinema halls from here after. It must be left to the discretion of the cinema owners.It, however, said the patrons have to mandatorily show respect in case the cinema hall plays the anthem. A person who stands up shows proper respect, it said.
Earlier, on November 30, 2016, a Supreme Court Bench led by Justice Dipak Misra, before he became the Chief Justice of India, directed that “all cinema halls in India shall play the National Anthem before the film starts featuring and all those present in the hall are obliged to stand up to show respect to the National Anthem.” The Apex court justified its decision by saying it is an opportunity to express your love for the motherland. The bench had observed that said the protocol of showing respect and honor to the anthem was rooted in “our national identity, national integrity, and constitutional patriotism”.
However, on Monday, the center asked the Supreme Court to take back the order saying an inter-ministerial committee has been formed for framing guidelines on all aspects pertaining to the playing and singing of the National Anthem.It also said the guidelines will require six months’ time for extensive consultations and once they are ready, the government would issue the requisite circular.
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