National Flag Day - 22 July 2024

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India celebrates National Flag Day on 22 July every year. It marks the 78th anniversary of the adoption of the Indian Tricolor.

An Overview of the News

• The Tricolor was adopted by the Constituent Assembly of India on July 22, 1947, 23 days before independence.

• The flag symbolizes unity, courage, and aspirations.

• The day is an opportunity to reaffirm the values of the flag and commit to a stronger, more prosperous India.

• It’s a time to reflect on the significance of the Tricolor and its role as a national symbol.

Facts About National Flag Day

• Adopted On: July 22, 1947

• Also Known As: Tricolor or Tiranga

• Inspired By: Swaraj flag designed by Pingali Venkayya

• Dimensions: Length to Width Ratio of 3:2

• Colors: Saffron, White, and Green

• Governed By: The Flag Code of 2002

• Constitutional Provision: Article 51-A - Fundamental Duty to respect the Constitution, National Flag, and National Anthem

Evolution of the National Flag

• Pre-1906: Various flags for different freedom movements

• 1906: First unofficial flag with three horizontal stripes (green, yellow, red) hoisted in Kolkata

• 1907: Madame Cama's Berlin Committee Flag with saffron, yellow, and green stripes

• 1917: Flag with red and green horizontal stripes and Union Jack adopted by Dr. Annie Besant and Lokmanya Tilak

• 1921: Mahatma Gandhi proposed a flag with a spinning wheel (charkha) on a red, white, and green background

• 1931: Tri-color flag with charkha adopted by Congress Committee in Karachi

• 1947: Current Tricolor with Ashoka Chakra adopted by the Constituent Assembly

About Indian Tricolor

• Saffron (Kesari): Represents courage and strength; symbolizes bravery and selflessness

• White (Shwet): Signifies peace and truth; includes the Ashoka Chakra symbolizing progress

• Green (Harit): Represents fertility, growth, and auspiciousness; reflects agricultural and natural heritage

• Ashoka Chakra: Navy blue wheel in the center of the white band; symbolizes constant movement and progress