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Should we all stand when national anthem is played inside theatre hall? Twitter reactions

Shadab NazmiNovember 30, 2015 | 15:02 IST

A video of people shouting and asking a Muslim family to leave a theatre hall is doing the rounds on social media. The reason behind the outrage is that the family didn't stand up for the national anthem before the movie started.

In this two-minute video-clip, a few men are seen shouting at the family, clearly threatening to slap them if they don't leave the theatre premises. And when they do, people welcome the move with a round of applause.

But here lies the big question, should national anthem be played in the theatres? Even if it's played, is it mandatory for everyone to stand up? Twitter suggests a few alternatives.

Last updated: November 30, 2015 | 16:57
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