Court Asks Man Accused Of "Disturbing Communal Harmony" To Serve Sherbet
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The Nawab of Hapur was accused of being part of a mob that indulged in a group clash after the Uttar Pradesh Assembly election results.
The Allahabad High Court has directed a man to serve drinking water and sherbet (sweet drink) for one week in order to create goodwill and amity while granting bail to an accused of disturbing communal harmony.
The Nawab of Hapur was accused of being part of a mob that indulged in a group clash after the Uttar Pradesh Assembly election results.
Justice Ajay Bhanot, while granting bail to the Nawab in its order dated May 20 said, "Ganga Jamuni Tehzeeb is not a ritual to be observed in conversations, in fact, it is a soul force to be harnessed in conduct. Ganga Jamuni Tehzeeb culture is not mere tolerance of differences, but heartful embracement of diversity. The ethos of the State of Uttar Pradesh brings out the catholicity of Indian philosophy."
The Court also said that the applicant will not tamper with the evidence during the trial, will not influence any witness and will appear before the trial court on the date fixed, unless personal presence is exempted.
