15 bizarre bans around the world which are more insane than those on Maggi and porn

What-so-ever the reason maybe for banning a particular thing or an act, it always leads to peculiar commotion all around. In the recent site of Maggi ban, Child-porn ban and Beef Ban, Indians are on high tide of banning or to be precise in #Baneverything mode.

If you’re tired of bans in India, we get you the list of top 15 bizarre bans from all around the world to make you feel a little better.

1. Ponytails for men, Iran

The list of hairstyles that are allowed for men in Iran are a little shorter than Sunny Leone’s dresses. If you’re quintessentially sporting a ponytail or even spikes in Iran, you might just be fined under a forbidding policy.

2. Public display of affection , Dubai and the Emirates

If you’re out on roads in Dubai and caught being amorous or indulge in any such act of PDA, the chances of you landing in a jail cell for a while are quite high.

3. Scrabble, Romania

The only game most of the people would have heard in their lives quite often if not actually played it, is scrabble. However, in the 1980s, Romanian President Nicolae Ceausescu had banned the game in Romania describing it as ‘overly intellectual’ and ‘subversive evil’. But as of today, the ban seem to have been lifted.

4. Chewing gums, Singapore

The one thing that dozens of people are constantly chewing is the chewing gum, and apparently the one thing that is banned in Singapore is the gum itself, unless it is medicinal. A fine, community work or jail term, you decide your own fate by the act of chewing.

5. Toy guns, Afghanistan

If you love imitating ‘Chor-Police’ with the toy guns, then Afghanistan is not the place for you. In a war torn country like this, this step is towards curbing the culture of violence.

6. Flip flops while driving, Spain

Traveling in Spain has left people devoid of the relaxing way of driving in flip flops. So, remember to put your shoes on if you plan to drive across the coast of Spain and soak in some sun.

7. Stiletto heels, Greece

Prohibiton of high heels, specifically stilettoes at historical monuments such as the Acropolis in Greece, the birth place of democracy is something to watch out for. How ironic!

8. No Flush, Switzerland

Depending on the Apartment’s posted rule, you might not be ‘free’ to flush a loo after 10pm in Switzerland. As strange as it sounds, this rule is expected to decrease the level of noise pollution there. But how that is enforced, is still mysterious.

9. Blue Jeans, North Korea

Get ready to leave your favorite blue denims home if you plan to visit North Korea for vacations.The association of blue colour to the US Imperialism led to this un-explainable ban.

10. Loud Singing, Honolulu

Once the sun sets and the night prevails in Honolulu, one of the greatest summer holiday destinations, you’re supposed to lower down your volume while singing or be prepared to face the cops.

11. Frowning, Monza

Located about 9 miles from Milan, Monza has an unusual happy law which condemns frowning as illegal. Keep that smile on your face or get ready to pay the penalty.

12. Ketchup in France

In an effort to reduce the consumption of junk and not-so-healthy food, France in 2011 banned ketchup from primary school cafeterias. Poor kids!

13. Valentine’s Day, Saudi Arabia

Roses are red, violets are blue. In Saudi, no Valentine’s day for you. A love filled day is not something the government in Saudi Arabia is keen to promote. 14 February is just another day there.

15. Baby Names, Denmark

You must seek an approval from the Government if you’ve chosen a name that is not mentioned in the pre-approved list of 7000 names that Danes offer. Yes, that’s right, they do have a list to choose from.