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India's Flag

India's national flag, known as the Tiranga, symbolizes the country's independence, unity, and cultural heritage, officially adopted on July 22, 1947. It features three horizontal stripes representing courage (saffron), peace (white), and prosperity (green), with the Ashoka Chakra at the center symbolizing righteousness and progress. The flag is a source of national pride and is honored with strict protocols, prominently displayed on national holidays.

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India's Flag

India's national flag, known as the Tiranga, symbolizes the country's independence, unity, and cultural heritage, officially adopted on July 22, 1947. It features three horizontal stripes representing courage (saffron), peace (white), and prosperity (green), with the Ashoka Chakra at the center symbolizing righteousness and progress. The flag is a source of national pride and is honored with strict protocols, prominently displayed on national holidays.

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India’s National

Flag: A Symbol of
Pride and Unity
The national flag of India, commonly
known as the Tiranga (Tricolor), is a
powerful symbol of the country’s
independence, unity, and rich
cultural heritage. It represents the
aspirations of the Indian people and
embodies the principles of
democracy, peace, and progress. The
flag was officially adopted on 22nd
July 1947, just before India gained
independence from British rule.
Design and Meaning
India’s flag consists of three
horizontal stripes of different colors,
each with deep significance:
1. Saffron (Top Stripe):
Represents courage, sacrifice,
and the spirit of selflessness. It
symbolizes the bravery of
freedom fighters and the strength
of the nation.
2. White (Middle Stripe): Stands
for peace, truth, and harmony. It
signifies India’s commitment to
honesty and the unity of all
religions.
3. Green (Bottom Stripe):
Represents fertility, growth, and
prosperity. It reflects India’s
agricultural wealth and
environmental richness.
At the center of the flag is the
Ashoka Chakra, a 24-spoke navy blue
wheel. It is derived from the Lion
Capital of Ashoka and symbolizes
righteousness, justice, and the cycle
of life. The Chakra also represents
continuous progress and movement,
reminding citizens to work towards
the nation’s development.
History and Evolution
The journey of India’s national flag
went through several changes before
reaching its current form:
 1906: The first unofficial flag was
hoisted in Kolkata, featuring
three horizontal stripes of green,
yellow, and red.
 1921: Mahatma Gandhi proposed
a flag with red (for Hindus), green
(for Muslims), and a spinning
wheel (charkha) at the center,
representing self-reliance.
 1931: A version with saffron,
white, and green stripes was
adopted, with the charkha in the
middle.
 1947: The final design, with the
Ashoka Chakra replacing the
charkha, was adopted by the
Constituent Assembly.
Significance and Respect
The Indian flag is a source of
national pride and is honored with
strict protocols. According to the
Flag Code of India, citizens must
display the flag with dignity and
should not let it touch the ground or
be used for decoration. The flag is
prominently hoisted on national
holidays like Independence Day
(15th August) and Republic Day
(26th January), symbolizing the
country’s unity and democratic
spirit.

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