INDEPENDENCE DAY 2024
5 interesting facts about the National Flag
Published By Isha Dharam Pal | 13 Aug, 2024
The Indian national flag is a symbol of India's pride, instilling in us a sense of patriotism.
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Here are 5 interesting facts about our National Flag:
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Design
India's flag was designed by Pingali Venkayya in 1921.
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Tricolor
The flag features saffron for courage, white for peace, and green for prosperity.
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Ashoka Chakra
It represents the eternal wheel of law and righteousness (Dharma).
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Adoption
The current flag was adopted on July 22, 1947, just before India's independence, by the Constituent Assembly of India.
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Flag Code
In 2002, citizens were granted the right to fly the flag on all days, not just national holidays, as long as they adhere to the code.
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