A young man in South Korea was sentenced to one year in suspended prison for deliberately gaining weight to evade military conscription, violating the Military Service Act.
The court revealed that the man, with the help of a friend, devised a plan to increase his weight by over 20kg through excessive eating and hydration.
In South Korea, all able-bodied men are obligated to serve in the military, but those with health issues can opt for community service instead.
The incident highlights the sensitive nature of military service exemptions in South Korea, particularly in light of rising tensions with North Korea.
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