What was the reason for the banning of episode 35 of the "Pokémon Original Series" Anime?

Episode 35 of the Pokémon original series anime, titled "The Legend of Dratini," was banned due to its portrayal of gun usage. In this episode, Team Rocket is seen using realistic-looking firearms, which depicted violence. As Pokémon is generally aimed at a younger audience, the use of guns was deemed inappropriate and potentially harmful. Therefore, to maintain a safe and suitable viewing experience, the episode was banned to prevent any negative impact on young viewers.