Inside the Taj Mahal, eating and smoking are absolutely forbidden. Fire, smoking items, tobacco products, liquor, eatables (toffees), headphones, knives, wire, mobile chargers, electronic goods (excluding cameras), and tripods are also forbidden. Don't even think about bringing any of these items into the monument. The police may confiscate any item they consider dangerous to the public security or that violates local laws. For example, if you were to bring a laser pointer into the Taj Mahal, the officer would have grounds for arrest. Items that can be confiscated by the authorities include: alcohol, cigarettes, spices, herbs, seeds, plants, medicines, perfumes, oils, chemicals, materials used in construction projects (such as wood and concrete), books, magazines, newspapers, electronics (including computers), musical instruments, sporting goods, and weapons. People have been arrested for possession of all of these items. Do not attempt to enter the monument with any form of weaponry, because it will be taken away from you at the entrance gate. Weapons include guns, swords, knives, spears, clubs, stones, and vehicles used as weapons such as cars and motorcycles. The only type of weapon allowed inside the monument is a small knife for personal use. If an officer sees you carrying anything else, you will be asked to leave.