Question

Proper respect is shown to national anthem by standing up when the national anthem is sung. It will not be right to say that disrespect is shown by not joining in the singing. It has been held in:

• A. Bijo Emmanuel v. State of Kerala
• B. Surya Narain v. Union of India
• C. Ram Jawaya Kapur v. Union of India
• D. State of Rajasthan v. G. Chawla

Hint:

*Bijoe Emmanuel* balances freedom of religion with respect for national symbols under the Constitution.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

In *Bijoe Emmanuel v. State of Kerala* (1986), the Supreme Court held that standing during the national anthem shows respect, and not singing does not constitute disrespect, protecting the rights of Jehovah’s Witnesses under Article 25. Thus, the correct answer is: \[ {\text{Bijo Emmanuel v. State of Kerala}} \]