Updated on: 13 August, 2024 05:41 PM IST |Shweta Shah
15th August, 2024, will mark the 78th Independence Day. An iconic day in Indias history where we attained freedom from British rule, Independence Day is all about celebrating freedom, heroes who sacrificed their lives for the nation, and how the youth can change the course of India. Ahead of the same, these interesting facts about the Indian national flag will surely surprise you.
1. Inception of the Indian flag
The Tiranga evokes a sense of patriotism in every Indian. India's national flag was first designed by a man named Pingali Venkayya in 1921. A freedom fighter by passion, he was also a lecturer, author, geologist, educationalist, agriculturist, and polyglot.
2. Significance of the tricolor
The tricolor of India, which flies high with pride, symbolizes a message for each color. Saffron stands for courage, white indicates peace, and green conveys prosperity. The Ashoka Chakra, which has 24 spokes, represents constant movement and progress.
3. The significance of Ashoka Chakra
The wheel in the center of the Indian national flag is a depiction of Dharmachakra. Ashoka Chakra serves as a reminder to be virtuous and have the courage to stand by what's right. It also symbolizes constant movement and progress.Also Read: Read This Before Participating In 'Har Ghar Tiranga' Contest
4. Adoption
The current Indian national flag was adopted on July 22, 1947, days before the country attained independence from British rule. It was adopted by the Constituent Assembly of India.
5. Indian Flag Code
In 2002, the government passed a law where all citizens were given the right to hoist or fly the national flag on all days, and not just on national holidays, as long as they adhered to the code.Here's wishing all Indians a happy independence day!
