Indian National Flag
Today I will tell some interesting facts About Our Indian National Flag.
On 7th August 1996 at Calcutta Parsee Bagan Square, our first flag was hoisted.
Which had three bands of red , yellow and green colors. In Middle "Vande Mataram" was written
8 Lotus Flowers on green band and on yellow and sun and moon on red band.
India's second flag was hoisted by Madame cama in Germany at Stuttgart at Socialist Council
Middle Band was yellow. Upper Band was green and lower band was saffron(Kesari)
kesari band has sun and moon green band had 8 lotuses and in Middle band "Vande Matar" was written
In 1917 , during the home rule movement founded by Lokmanya tilak and Annie Besant third flag was hoisted . This flag had 5 red and 4 green bands on it and also 7 stars on it
In 1921 4th flag was hosted at AndraPradesh in Bezwada. It had 2 bands of red and green colors and a symbol of Charkha on it.
In 1931 the tricolor flag of India was decided in a treaty. There was a symbol of Charkha in the center of it.
And finally on 15th August 1947 Free India's First Flag was accepted which our current Tricolor Flag.
This flag was designed by Pingali Venkayya.
Our Indian National Flag produce legally in Karnataka , in Hubli at Bengeri it is called Karnataka Khadi Gramodyog Samyukta Sangh i.e KKGSS. They Produce all the Tricolors of country
Color of Indian National Flag
The Indian National Flag is a horizontal tricolor of green, white, and red. The green stands for the natural resources of India, the white stands for peace and purity, and the red for the courage and determination of the Indian people.
Ashoka Chakra in Indian National Flag Signifies
The Ashoka Chakra is located at the center of the Indian National Flag. The Ashoka Chakra is a wheel with 24 spokes, each representing a geographical region of India. The wheel is encircled by a disc with the Hindu god Vishnu's bow and arrow in the center. The Ashoka Chakra is symbolic of the country's dedication to the welfare of its people.
Do's and Don'ts of Indian National Flag
There are a few dos and don'ts when it comes to displaying the Indian National Flag. Here are a few tips to help you show respect for the flag and keep it in good condition:
Do not fly the flag in bad weather conditions, including rain, strong winds, or dark hours.
Do not fly the flag from a pole or staff.
Do not fly the flag from a vehicle.
Do not use the flag for commercial purposes.
Can the Indian National Flag be flown at home?
The Indian National Flag can be flown at home provided that it is displayed in a respectful manner. The flag should not be displayed in a way that is threatening or offensive.
Can the Indian National Flag be hoisted at Night?
The Indian National Flag can be hoisted at night, as long as it is done in a dignified and respectful manner. The flag should be flown at the highest point of a flagpole during the evening hours, and lowered during the morning hours. It is also recommended that the flag be flown at half-staff on national days of mourning.
can Indian national flag be washed ?
1. Remove any dirt, dust, or debris on the flag by gently rubbing it with a cloth or your hand.
2. Fill a large bowl or sink with warm water and add a few drops of detergent.
3. Hang the flag upside down over the water and let it soak for a few minutes.
4. Place a cloth or towel over the flag and gently rub it to remove the water and detergent.
5. Hang the flag up to dry.