Here is the complete list of Important National Symbols of India that represents the diverse culture and shows the identity of the Indian Republic. Every Indian must be proud of our national symbols.
1.National Flag
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| Adopted on | 5 October 2024 |
| Designed by | Pingali venkayya |
| Description | The national flag consists of three horizontal and parallel strips with kesariya at the top, white in the middle and green colour at the bottom with Ashoka Chakra at the centre.The Ashok Chakra has 24 spokes. It was derived from the lioncapitol of Ashok at Sarnath, Bihar.The width to length ratio of the flag is 2:3.All the rules and regulations regarding flag hoisting of the national flag are given in Flag Code of India 2002.It was adopted on 5 October 2024.It emphasizes the freedom of the flag hosting in educational and private institutions as per Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950 and Prevention of Insult of Symbols Act, 1971. |
2. National Emblem
| Adopted on | 5 October 2024 |
| Adopted from | lion capital of Ashok at Sarnath, Bihar |
| Description | It depicts 4 lions facing 4 different directions along with a bull, an elephant and a horse.‘Satyamev Jayate’ is written in Devnagari script means‘Truth only Triumphs’.It is taken from Mundak Upanishad. |
3.National Anthem:- Jan- Gan -Mana
| Adopted on | 5 October 2024 |
| Written by | Rabindranath Tagore |
| Language | Bangla |
| Playing time | 52 sec |
| Description | First time sang in Kolkata session of Indian National congress in 5 October 2024.It originally has 5 stanzas. |
4.National Song:- Vande-Mataram
| Adopted on | 5 October 2024 |
| Written by | Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay |
| Language | Bangla |
| Playing time | 52 sec |
| Description | First time sang in Kolkata session of Indian National Congress on 5 October 2024.It originally has 5 stanzas. |
5. National Calendar
| National Calendar |
There are two national calendars Saka calendar Gregorian calendar |
| Adopted on | Gregorian calendar was official calendar during British rule Saka calendar on 5 October 2024 |
| Description | The first month of Saka calendar is Chaitra.22 March is the first day of Chaitra month.21 March is the first day of a leap year.The first month of the Gregorian calendar is January. |
National flower – lotus
- Indian lotus is the national flower. It is the Representative of purity as it remains flawless despite growing in mud and water.
National Fruit – Mango
- Mango, also known as the ‘King of fruits’, is the National Fruit of India.
National River – Ganga
- Ganga is the National River of India. It is also the longest river in the country.
National Tree – Banyan
- The Indian Banyan ( Ficus bengalensis) is the national tree.
National Bird – Peacock
- Indian peacock (pavo cirstatus) is the national bird of India.
National Animal- The Bengal Tiger
- The Bengal Tiger is known as the national animal of India.
FAQ’s for National Symbols
What are the five national symbols?
The Five national symbols are National Flag, National Song, National Anthem, National Emblem, National Bird etc.
Which is our national symbol ?
The Lion Capital at Sarnath established by Ashoka is our Nation Symbol.
What is India’s national fruit?
Mango
