When the Provincial Assembly of the Punjab passes a law banning kite-flying in the province?

Correct Answer: D. 21 January 2025

The Punjab Assembly on 21 January 2025, imposed a complete ban on kite flying across the province with severe penalties for violation by enacting the Punjab Prohibition of Kite Flying (Amendment) Act, 2024. The ban applies to “transport kites, metallic wire, nylon cord, any other thread coated with sharp mannjha or any other injurious material for the purpose of kite flying.” According to the amendments, individuals caught flying kites will face three to five years in prison or a fine of Rs2 million, or both. Failure to pay the fine could result in an additional year of imprisonment.