Nobody is surprised by the various bans that are in force in Muslim countries. Their inhabitants are mostly people who believe and observe the dictates of their religion. Although many modern citizens and oppose unreasonable prohibitions.
Do you know that there are different ridiculous restrictions in many countries? Including the most democratic. Here are the most interesting of them:
1. Ketchup in France
The French began to notice that teenagers began to get addicted to this product. And this goes to the detriment of the traditional French cuisine, which because of the tomato sauce ceases to be original. To support the chefs, ketchup was banned in school cafeterias. But there is one exception to the rules - it must be served with a portion of French fries.
2. Most children's names in Denmark
If you are a resident of Denmark and dream of an unusual name for your child, we have bad news for you. The fact is that the name in this country young parents should choose only from those 24,000 options that are approved by the government. If you insist on your own version, you will have to legalize it by submitting an official request.
3. Time Travel in China
Well, not really a trip. They are difficult to ban until people master this skill. But the movies, shows, programs about travel and travelers in time, the Chinese can not watch. All content on this subject is strictly censored.
4. Walkers in Canada
Canadian researchers have shown that the motor activity in children running in the walker develops with a lag. Therefore, since 2004, they are banned, and kids should learn to walk in the traditional way.
5. Spanking in Sweden
Here, even parents are forbidden to spank their children for educational purposes. Sweden became the first country in the world to prohibit the physical punishment of children. Many countries took the example from the Swedes. But in the US, for example, in several states, flogging is allowed even in school.
6. Haggis in the USA
Haggis is a traditional Scottish dish made from sheep's hearts, liver, and lungs. And since the last few years in the US banned food with sheep's lungs, haggis also fell under the sanctions. In this case, if the delicacy is prepared in America from alternative ingredients, it is sold on absolutely legal grounds.
7. Chewing gum in Singapore
Each of us at least once in my life, but faced with the problem, when the gum was stuck to clothes or shoes. Trouble can lie in wait on every corner. Singaporeans are not afraid of chewing gum, because they are banned! The government of the country worries too much about the cleanliness of streets and other public places.
8. McDonald's in Bolivia
"Banning food from McDonald's is like banning oxygen," many will say. But not the inhabitants of Bolivia. The ban of the most popular fast food is an initiative of the people. The matter is that the Bolivians cook with the soul and love this process. McDonald's also destroys all culinary magic. So there is nothing strange in that after the opening of the restaurant in Bolivia, no one went there.
9. Yellow dresses in Malaysia
It's hard to imagine. But it happens. In Malaysia, even yellow panties can not be worn. In 2011, this color was banned, since the yellow flags were opposition activists. The rebels did not even embarrass the fact that sunny shades are considered royal.
10. "Avatar" in 2D in China
Most likely, the Chinese government did not like that the film describes the struggle of the indigenous population with imperialist forces. Why does the ban only apply to 2D? Because 3D cinemas in China are very few, and a complete ban would cause a lot of questions.
11. Jasmine in China
The Jasmine revolution in Tunisia overthrew the totalitarian regime and inspired the Chinese rebels. Then the Chinese government, suppressing protests, decided to ban the flower - just in case. Now the word "jasmine" can not be used even in text messages.
12. Vitaminized food in Denmark
Danes consume too much vitamins with fresh vegetables, fruits, national dishes. To the excess amount of beneficial substances did not harm people's organisms, it was decided to ban additionally vitaminized foods.
13. Video games in Greece
Initially, the authorities wanted to ban only those games in which to bet. But in practice it was not easy to separate innocuous and gambling games. After the introduction of the law, a man was arrested for simply playing in an Internet cafe. And although the law is declared unconstitutional, it still exists.
14. Reincarnation without permission in China
Some will find it ridiculous, and Tibetan monks consider this a big problem. Initially, the law was conceived as a way to limit the powers of the Dalai Lama. And now monks can not reincarnate without the government's permission. On the other hand, who will check if the law is violated ...
15. Valentine's Day in Saudi Arabia
Local government believes that this holiday is contrary to all Islamic beliefs. Therefore, for Valentine's Day in Saudi Arabia you will not find a single valentine or a teddy bear. Is it only in the black market.
16. Men's hairstyles with an elongated back in Iran
Islamic countries do not support Western culture. A man's hairstyle with a tail is considered too European.
17. Emo style in Russia
The Russian government believes that emo and Goth are subcultures that pose a threat to national stability. Therefore, since 2008, all emo-symbolism and everything related to this cultural area, on the territory of the Russian Federation is prohibited.
18. Porn with girls with small breasts in Australia
Of course, this prohibition is designed to prevent the participation of minors in pornography.
19. Drive a car to women in Saudi Arabia
In this country, patriarchy. Islamic law clearly distinguishes between gender roles (although it is fair to say that Shariah does not prohibit women from driving a car). Of course, there is no such law officially, but so far there has not been a single instance that a resident of Saudi Arabia has rights. And at the moment this is the only country where the fair sex can not drive.
20. Game consoles in China
Back in 2000, the Chinese government realized that children and teenagers spent too much time playing video games. And it was decided to ban the console. In addition, it is believed that the cruelty inherent in many games, leads to moral decay. In this case, despite everything, non-console games are legitimate.
21. A gloomy face in Milan
If you are going to Milan, get ready to smile constantly. In the fashion capital it is forbidden to frown (only at funerals and in hospitals). Those who break the law receive a fine.
22. Fighting with dead eels in England
In a small town of Lime Regis there was such a tradition. But in 2006, with the submission of the society for the protection of animal rights, it was banned, and to the dead acne Britons are now treated with respect.
23. Flip-flops and sandals on Capri
It is a popular place among tourists. But if you are going to the island, put out of your luggage flip-flops and sandals - shoes that make noise here are banned.
24. Winnie the Pooh in Poland
In the small town of Tushino Winnie-Pooh is forbidden to appear on the playgrounds. Local authorities believe that the fairy-tale character is "half-naked" and in this form has no right to appear before the children.
25. Changing bulbs in Australia
Only electricians have the right to do so. If you want to "get the light" yourself, shlopotshet a fine of 10 Australian dollars.
26. Shushukatsya in Colombia
Is it not enough that people in the country where the war is constantly discussing "in your ear"?
27. Do not care in France
The law was adopted in 2009 in the small town of Kulanes to stop the spread of swine flu.
28. To die in Spain
For some time the inhabitants of Lanjaron had no right to die. The ban was lifted as soon as the government allocated money to buy land and build a new cemetery. This law, though concerned an unpleasant topic, but also among the residents of the city, and the government caused only a smile.
29. Dying in Brazil
It turns out that this ban is quite popular. But the Mayor of Biribiba-Mirim accepted it because the residents had ceased to properly treat their own health.
30. Keep goldfish in aquariums in Italy
This initiative belongs to the government of the town of Monza. The authorities believe that the aquarium distorts the world view of the fish, because of what they suffer.
31. Go topless in Liverpool
Without the top to be at their workplace can only sellers of exotic fish. True, some sources claim that this law is a fiction.
32. Dying in the Houses of Parliament in England
This is an absolutely legal prohibition. And it is explained by the fact that every deceased in the parliaments is technically entitled to a state funeral.
33. Kissing in the car in Eboli (Southern Italy)
This country is almost the most romantic. But if you kiss your soul mate in a vehicle in Eboli, be prepared to pay a few hundred fine.
34. Vacuum at night in Australia
The authorities of Melbourne are seriously concerned about the rest of the population of their city, so from 22:00 to 7:00 on weekdays and from 22:00 to 9:00 on weekends there can not be vacuumed.
35. Wearing men's women's clothing in Melbourne
At home trying on ladies' outfits, men, of course, can, but in public in this form to appear is prohibited.
36. Driving on a dusty car in Russia
In Chelyabinsk, it is quite possible to get a fine for driving a dirty car.
37. Bringing elephants to the beach in France
City authorities were forced to adopt such a law in 2009, after the workers of the local circus led to the sea of their animals, which left behind a lot of dirt.
38. Loudly singing after sunset in Honolulu
So if you want songs with a guitar under the Moon, you're not in Hawaii.
39. Walking less than three times with a dog in Torino
In Italy, they take care of their pets.
40. Movies with Claire Dines in the Philippines
The ban began to operate after a scandalous and disrespectful interview with a celebrity about the film "The Ruined Palace."
41. Use local currency in North Korea
Pad-pa-pa-pam pam! Those wishing to pay it even to the store may not be allowed to enter. True, the ban applies only to foreigners.