No. Selling expired products is illegal in India, even at discounted prices. The Court said consumer safety cannot be compromised for commercial gain.

Under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, selling food items after their expiry date is strictly prohibited. The Consumer Protection Act, 2019, also treats the sale of expired goods as an unfair trade practice.

The Court observed that consumers have a right to safe and quality products. Offering discounts does not cure the illegality.

Retailers must remove expired items from shelves and ensure proper checks. Consumers can approach consumer commissions and seek compensation for harm or loss caused by such products.

Using someone’s photo on social media without consent can be illegal in India. The Supreme Court has recognised the right to privacy as part of Article 21.

Courts have said that unauthorised use of a person’s image can violate privacy, especially when it causes embarrassment, misuse, or commercial gain.

If the photo is edited, misleading, or harms reputation, courts have treated it as defamation.

Sharing private images may also attract action under the Information Technology Act. In commercial or promotional posts, consent is essential. Public availability of a photo does not mean free permission to use it.

Yes, using dash cameras in cars is legal in India, as there is currently no law that expressly prohibits their use.

Dash cameras are widely used to record road conditions, accidents, and traffic incidents, and the footage can serve as valuable evidence in insurance claims, and even court proceedings, provided it is genuine and unaltered.

However, their use must comply with privacy norms. Recording passengers inside the vehicle without consent, or misusing footage to invade privacy or defame others, may attract liability under privacy principles and the Information Technology Act, 2000.

Additionally, dash cameras should be installed in a manner that does not obstruct the driver’s view, as this could violate traffic safety rules under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.

Posting FIR copies on social media is not outright illegal in India, but it is legally sensitive and can invite consequences if done irresponsibly.

An FIR is a public document, and a copy can be obtained by the complainant or accused. However, circulating it on social media may violate privacy rights, especially if it discloses personal details of victims, witnesses, or accused persons.

Unrestricted sharing may also amount to defamation, contempt of court, or interference with an ongoing investigation. In cases involving sexual offences, juveniles, or sensitive matters, disclosure is strictly prohibited under law.

Therefore, FIR copies should be shared cautiously, anonymised where necessary, and only for lawful purposes.

No. Private citizens are generally not allowed to display the National Flag on their cars.

Under the Flag Code of India, this privilege is limited to high constitutional functionaries like the President, Prime Minister, Governors, and Chief Ministers while on official duty. Draping the flag on a vehicle is strictly prohibited.

Even miniature flags on cars are technically unauthorised and may amount to improper display.

Misuse or disrespect can attract penalties under the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971.

No, it is illegal for private citizens to install or use sirens on their cars in India.

Under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and related traffic rules, sirens are reserved exclusively for emergency and authorised government vehicles, such as ambulances, fire brigades, and police vehicles performing official duties. Unauthorised use creates a false sense of authority and endangers public safety.

Even government officials or police personnel cannot use sirens on personal vehicles. The Supreme Court of India has repeatedly discouraged misuse, noting that sirens cause confusion, noise pollution, and intimidation on roads.

Violation can lead to fines, seizure of the vehicle, and legal or disciplinary action.

Yes, retail stores in India can legally charge extra for carry bags, but only if they follow environmental rules. The Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016, prohibit the free distribution of plastic carry bags to discourage plastic waste. Courts have observed that the objective is to reduce plastic usage, not to allow profiteering.

Stores must clearly disclose the price of carry bags in advance.

Charging without informing customers or forcing them to buy a bag may amount to unfair trade practice under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. Cloth or paper bags may also be sold at a reasonable price.

Transparency is essential. Customers always have the right to refuse a carry bag and bring their own.

Yes, it is legal for a single man to adopt a child in India, subject to strict conditions.

Under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 and CARA Regulations, a single man can adopt only a male child (adoption of a girl child is not permitted).

The adopter must be at least 25 years old, with a minimum age gap of 21 years between him and the child, and must be physically fit, financially stable, and capable of providing proper care.

The adoption is finalised through CARA and a court order, ensuring the child’s best interests.

Yes, initiated (Amritdhari) Sikhs can legally carry a Kirpan in India as part of their religious practice.

Article 25 of the Indian Constitution expressly protects the right of Sikhs to wear and carry the Kirpan as an essential article of faith. Courts have recognised that the Kirpan is a religious symbol, not a weapon for aggression.

However, this right is subject to reasonable restrictions in sensitive places like airports, aircrafts, courts, polling booths, and high-security zones, where authorities may impose limits on size, manner of carrying, or temporary prohibition for public safety.

In general public spaces, carrying a sheathed and non-threatening Kirpan is lawful and constitutionally protected.

Yes. In India, online posts including memes can lead to defamation claims.

Under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 356, publication that harms another’s reputation is a criminal offence and attracts a fine or imprisonment. Courts also allow civil suits for reputational harm.

Mocking someone with a meme that falsely portrays them and damages their reputation can trigger legal action.

Defamation law still balances free speech and harm, and offensive or misleading memes can cross the line into actionable conduct.

In most cases, submitting an AI-written assignment is not a crime under the law. There is no specific statute that makes the use of AI tools for writing illegal by itself.

However, universities may treat this as academic misconduct. Submitting AI-generated work as your own can misrepresent authorship and breach academic integrity or plagiarism rules.

The consequences are usually academic, not criminal.

Students may face penalties such as a failed grade, disciplinary action, or even suspension, depending on the institution’s policies. Criminal liability generally does not arise from using AI for assignments.

Yes, charging convenience fees on movie tickets is legal, but only under specific conditions.

The Supreme Court, in Consumers Online Foundation v State of Rajasthan, held that cinemas cannot charge extra for essential services that form part of the ticket price. However, online platforms may levy a separate convenience fee if they clearly disclose it upfront.

Courts have said that transparency is key. Hidden or compulsory charges without prior disclosure amount to unfair trade practice under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. If customers have no option to opt out or are misled, consumer forums may grant relief.

Clear disclosure makes the fee lawful; secrecy makes it illegal.

No. Municipal bodies cannot demolish property without giving prior notice and an opportunity to be heard.

The Supreme Court has held that demolitions without following due process violate Article 14 and Article 21. Courts have repeatedly said that authorities must issue a clear notice, state reasons, and allow reasonable time to respond.

Even in cases of alleged illegal construction, the Court observed that summary demolition is impermissible unless law expressly allows urgent action. Arbitrary demolitions amount to abuse of power and can attract judicial scrutiny.

Affected persons may approach the High Court for immediate relief, including restoration or compensation.

No, blue film or any after-market window tint is illegal in India, regardless of how light or transparent it claims to be.

In Avishek Goenka v. Union of India (2012), the Supreme Court banned all after-market films on car windows to improve safety and prevent misuse.

Only factory-fitted tinted glass is allowed, provided it meets VLT norms under Rule 100 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (70% for windshields, 50% for side windows).

Using illegal films can lead to fines, removal on the spot, or insurance issues.