PUNE: Veteran Bollywood actor and Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) chairman Anupam Kher on Sunday questioned the "upbringing" of people who feel that standing for the national anthem "is an imposition".Urging people to spare 52 seconds to stand as a mark of respect for the national anthem, he said, "If people can stand and wait outside hotels and theatres, then why not for the national anthem? I don't understand why people say that standing for the national anthem is an imposition. It only shows their improper upbringing."Kher, along with social activist Shayara Bano , whose petition in the Supreme Court led to the end of the practice of instant triple talaq, was presented the Pramod Mahajan Memorial Award at Yeshwantrao Chavan Memorial Hall in Kothrud.The actor said, "People have suddenly started questioning my intention behind taking a stand on national issues. Ever since this government has come to power, the country has been making progress on several fronts. However, it has turned out to be an eyesore for many as they can't appreciate good changes in the country."Kher added, "I have always been vocal about my life and hardships. And therefore, no person or 'award wapsi' group can try to stop me from talking. I am younger to this country only by seven years. I will be vocal against wrong things as it is my moral responsibility. This country is my elder brother."Praising Bano's work, Kher said, "My 30 years of acting experience and over 500 films are nothing compared to her (Bano's) work as she has changed an entire dimension of the country."Bano, who came all the way from her native place in Uttarakhand to receive the award, said, "I don't think my battle is over yet. The new generation must wake up and eradicate evil practices in our society. I will fight against such things throughout my life. Families should support girls and ensure that they don't feel lonely in their struggles."Human resource and development minister Prakash Javadekar , Pramod Mahajan's daughter and Lok Sabha member Poonam Mahajan, Pune guardian minister Girish Bapat and mayor Mukta Tilak were present on the occasion.Poonam said, "It was not easy for me to carry on my father's legacy initially. My father had taught me certain ethos, which I have been following religiously."