Throwing garbage in public places is strictly prohibited
Singapore is a prosperous country. Tourists from all over the world come here to visit. Its beautiful museums, Jurong Bird Park, Reptile Park, Zoological Garden, Science Centre, Sentosa Island, Parliament House, Hindu, Chinese and Buddhist temples and Chinese and Japanese gardens are worth seeing. There are some rules here too, which every tourist must follow.
Let us tell you that throwing garbage anywhere is strictly prohibited here. If you are roaming around in Singapore and eat or drink something, then it would be better if you throw the garbage in the dustbin only, because littering in public places is strictly prohibited. Let us tell you that if any person is found littering, he/she will have to pay a heavy fine. For first time offenders, the fine will be up to SGD 1000 (Rs 64,631.87 in Indian currency).
no smoking in public place
People who are addicted to smoking are advised to walk carefully on the streets of Singapore. Because smoking is not allowed in public places like roads, bus stops, restaurants, parks, malls in Singapore. If you are caught smoking in a public place, the minimum fine is SGD 200 (Rs 12,925 in Indian currency), but if convicted in court, the fine can go up to SGD 1000 (Rs 64,631.87 in Indian currency).
Chewing gum is illegal here
Yes, chewing gum is illegal in Singapore. It has been banned to keep the city clean. The fine for the first time offense can be SGD 1000, for a second offense, SGD 2000 (Indian Rs 1,29,254.56) and for importing chewing gum, it can be SGD 10,000 (Indian Rs 6,46,321.81). However, nicotine gum and dental gum are allowed to tourists and common citizens here.
Eating and drinking is prohibited in public places
Eating and drinking is prohibited on MRT trains and stations in Singapore. If caught doing so, you will be fined SGD 500 (Indian Rs 32,318.53). This ban comes under the Rapid Transit System Act 1987.
If you are caught doing drugs, you will get into trouble
Singapore has strict drug laws. From drug possession to smuggling or consumption, any crime in this area can result in heavy penalties (death penalty in some cases). When it comes to drug consumption like ice, heroin or cannabis, one will face a minimum of one year to 10 years of imprisonment. There can also be a fine of up to SGD 20,000 (Indian Rs 12,92,411.45).
