Parliament has passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, with the Lok Sabha clearing it after the Rajya Sabha passed it on July 29. The Bill now goes to the President for assent before taking effect as law.
Parliament Approves Vande Mataram Bill for Legal Protection in India
Parliament has passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, with the Lok Sabha clearing it after the Rajya Sabha passed it on July 29. The Bill now goes to the President for assent before taking effect as law.
Shweta Talpade
Jul 31, 2026
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Key Takeaways
- •Vande Mataram receives legal protection alongside anthem
- •Parliament passed the bill with bipartisan support
- •Critics caution against potential misuse of the law






