MTV says it will not broadcast an episode of the popular US cartoon show South Park due to controversy over the depiction of the Mexican national flag.
The network says it needs permission via a permit from the Mexican government to show the episode inside the country because of a law stating the flag and other national symbols must be handled with respect. There is a 52,590 peso ($4,900) fine for violating the law.
The legislation states “private individuals will give the appropriate respect to the national symbol and handle it with care.”
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