What is the stance of the Supreme Court on bursting firecrackers
According to the Supreme Court, what action should be taken regarding those who burst firecrackers?
According to the Supreme Court of India, the stance on bursting firecrackers has been influenced by concerns over pollution and public health. Here are the key actions and rulings regarding bursting firecrackers:
- In the judgment dated October 23, 2018, the Supreme Court imposed specific restrictions on bursting firecrackers during Diwali and other festivals.
- Firecrackers were limited to a specific time window of two hours on Diwali, between 8 PM and 10 PM.
- The court also allowed bursting of firecrackers on Christmas and New Year's Eve, but only for a one-hour period, between 11:55 PM and 12:55 AM.
- Additionally, the Supreme Court banned the use of firecrackers that create excessive noise levels or produce toxic emissions, including sulfur-heavy firecrackers.
- It emphasized the need to encourage community awareness and public education campaigns to spread awareness about the harmful effects of firecrackers.
- The court also emphasized the importance of strict enforcement of these rules by the concerned authorities.
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