As we are all familiar with the word law. Laws are made for protection and for rules and regulations around the country or world. We all hear about laws like a punishment for murder or other crimes. Some laws exist in this world that make you wonder what exists in this world. Well you are not alone!. There are countries around the world that have some truly strange rules. Let know about the 10 strange law that will leave you laughing.
1. Singapore No Chewing Gum ( Unless it’s Medicinal )
Singapore is the richest and cleanest country in the world. They ban chewing gum for this reason. Selling gum is illegal in Singapore. Unless it is a medical reason. If you get caught chewing gum in Singapore, you have to face a heavy fine.
2. Thailand: Stepping on Money is a Crime
In Thailand, the king prints his own face on the banknote, and stepping on it means you are showing disrespect to the King and you are against the king, so if you do this intentionally, then you could end up in jail. So be careful and watch where you walk.
3. Switzerland: Flushing the Toilet After 10 pm
If you are living in an apartment in Switzerland, you can’t flush your toilet after 10 PM. The reason for this rule is to keep noise levels down for neighbours. If you break this rule, you won’t be punished, but the landlord won’t be happy.
4. Canada: Paying with too many Coins? Against the law
In Canada, you can’t pay for your bill with too many coins at once. The limit for coins is $5 in nickels and $25 in loonies. If you want to experience this, then try to buy pizza with a bucket of pennies. The store will legally refuse to accept your payment.
5. Italy: No Sandcastles on the Beach in Eraclea
If you love to build Castles with sand, then Eraclea, Italy, is not for you. There, it is illegal to make sandcastles. The town banned them to keep the beaches clean and natural.
6. Denmark: You must check if your baby’s name is approved
If you are a foreigner in Denmark and you are going to name your baby, then be careful about whether the name you are giving to your baby is legal or not, you have to check if the government has approved the name and have to check the approved name list. Names like “Anus” or “Pluto” have been rejected in Denmark. Better pick a nice name.
7. Japan: No Dance Allowed After Midnight
Japan has had this rule for years; they had a law banning dance clubs after midnight unless the venue had a special license. It is for to reduce the illegal activity, but it just made the nightlife less fun. Luckily the rule was relaxed in 2016.
