Standing In ‘Pranam Mudra’ With Smile During National Anthem Not Disrespectful, Complaint Against CM Nitish Kumar Dismissed: Patna High Court
The Patna High Court has quashed a complaint case filed against Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar that accused him of insulting the National Anthem by standing in a ‘Pranaam Mudra’ with a smiling face during its rendition at a sporting event. The Court held that this act does not amount to an offence under the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971. Complaint Based on Misinterpretation of Respectful Gesture…
