The Rajya Sabha passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, making deliberate insult of "Vande Mataram" punishable. The Bill was cleared after a heated debate and Opposition walkout. Minister Nityanand Rai said the amendment reinforces India's commitment to protecting national symbols and extends safeguards under the 1971 law.
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RS Passes Bill To Criminalise Insult To Vande Mataram
