Debate Grows Over October Revolution Anniversary

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A state lawyer has asked citizens not to mark a revolution anniversary. He said people should not follow ideas that might cause trouble.

He believes some people celebrate an illegal event from the past. This act breaks the law, and authorities will strongly punish it.

Communist groups want to make it legal for citizens to celebrate this day. They plan to get laws that allow celebrations with few limits.

A leader said they will not let others stop them from honoring heroes. They will prepare new law changes soon, but people must obey rules now.

People who try to mark the anniversary face serious punishment. They could pay a large fine or work many hours without pay.

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What did the state lawyer ask citizens not to do?

He asked citizens not to mark the revolution anniversary.

Why did he say people should avoid those ideas?

He said those ideas might cause trouble and break the law.

What punishment could people face if they mark the anniversary?

They could face a large fine or many hours of unpaid work.

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