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Disrespect of Negaraku can land you in jail
Did you know that disrespecting the national anthem can land you in jail?
According to the National Anthem Act 1968, failing to stand up as a mark of respect when ‘Negaraku' is played could leave you RM100 poorer or worse, land you in the slammer for a month.
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