Kangana Ranaut found herself embroiled in a peculiar controversy after misinterpreting a satirical post about the Anti-Cheat Bill, mistaking it for legislation aimed at curbing infidelity in relationships. The confusion led her to advocate for measures such as banning sexual intercourse for school-going children and imposing penalties for individuals abandoning their partners after prolonged dating.
The saga began when Ranaut stumbled upon a satirical post on an Instagram page renowned for its sarcastic content. The post humorously depicted the Anti-Cheat Bill as a legislative effort to penalize cheating in romantic relationships, rather than its actual purpose of preventing malpractice in public examinations.
Believing the post to be genuine, Ranaut took to her own Instagram handle to voice her support for what she thought was a crucial step towards safeguarding women's safety and preserving the institution of marriage.
Expressing her thoughts in a now-deleted post, Ranaut called for the prohibition of «hookups and polygamy,» advocating for severe consequences, including jail time and hefty fines, for those engaging in deceitful behaviour in relationships. She also urged the government to introduce regulations mandating financial support for women abandoned by their partners after prolonged courtship.
Additionally, Ranaut proposed setting an age limit for sexual intercourse akin to the legal age for marriage, arguing that permitting