Somber Commemoration
In North Korean culture, the veneration of past leaders holds significant importance. Thus, Kim Il-Sung’s passing is a solemn national day of mourning. During this period, expressing grief for the leader’s loss is anticipated and mandated.
This translates into abstaining from smiling and refraining from engaging in loud conversations. Failure to comply with these directives or not adhering to the level of mourning deemed suitable by the state could result in imprisonment within a labor camp.
