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What kinds of symbols are chosen as national symbols?

  1. A nation uses the symbols which are endemic to its geography as its national symbols.

  2. A nation uses the symbols which reflect its culture and heritage as its national symbols.

  3. A nation uses the symbols which exude power as its national symbols.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

National symbols represents the country's image, background and pride. National animal of India is tiger which is a symbol of power and fierceness. National song is "Vande Mataram" that depicts the struggle, inspiration and love for the Nation during Freedom struggle.

What is the national bird of India?

  1. Koel

  2. Crow

  3. Peacock

  4. Swan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The peacock, commonly known as 'Indian Peafowl' was declared the national bird of India in 1963, because it was entirely a part of Indian custom and culture. A peacock is a symbol of grace and beauty.

What is the national animal of India?

  1. Elephant

  2. Bengal Tiger

  3. Lion

  4. Camel


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bengal tiger or Panthera tigris is the national animal of India. It has earned this pride due to its agility, strength, power and grace.

What is the ratio in which the length and breadth of the Indian national supposed to be?

  1. 3:2

  2. 2:3

  3. 5:4

  4. 4:5


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National flag of India "Tiranga" i.e. having three colours in a rectangular shape. Saffron in the top, White with Navy blue wheel having 24 spokes in Center and green in the bottom. Its length and breadth are in the ratio of 3:2. The three coloured stripes are in equal proportion. The cloth of the flag can be either cotton or silk. In addition, it should be hand woven. Its thread should have been handspun. 

When was the Jana Gana Mana adopted as the national anthem of India by the Constituent Assembly ?

  1. 15th August 1947

  2. 26th January 1950

  3. 24th January 1950

  4. 26th January 1932


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

National Anthem of India "Jana Gana Mana" was originally composed by Rabindra Nath Tagore in Bengali. The Constituent Assembly adopted the national anthem and national songon January 24, 1950. It was first sung in Calcutta session on Indian National Congress on December 27, 1911.

How many stanzas are of the song 'Jana Gana Mana' written by Rabindranath Tagore were adopted by the constituent assembly as the national anthem of India?

  1. One

  2. Three

  3. Five

  4. Two


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first stanza out of five stanzas of the song Bharoto Bhagyo Bidhata ( Jana Gana Mana in Hindi)  was adopted by the Constituent Assembly of India as the National Anthem on 24 January 1950. it was originally written by Rabindra Nath Tagore in Bengali.

National symbols are useful in creating patriotism and national integrity among the citizens because, ________________.

  1. They carry meaning, values and ideals that a nation aspires.

  2. They are static representations of unchanging ideals.

  3. They bring the diverse cultures together and bind them in a single string.

  4. Only A and C but not B


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

National symbols represents the country's image, background and pride. National animal of India is tiger which is a symbol of power and fierceness. National song is "Vande Mataram" that depicts the struggle, inspiration and love for the Nation during Freedom struggle.

In what language is our national anthem written?

  1. Sanskrit

  2. Hindustani

  3. Bengali

  4. Urdu


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

National Anthem of India "Jana Gana Mana" was originally composed by Rabindra Nath Tagore in Bengali. The Constituent Assembly adopted the national anthem and national songon January 24, 1950.

How long does it take a formal rendition of the national anthem?

  1. 52 Seconds

  2. 60 Seconds

  3. 42 Seconds

  4. 20 Seconds


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

National Anthem of India "Jana Gana Mana" was originally composed by Rabindra Nath Tagore in Bengali. The Constituent Assembly adopted the national anthem and national songon January 24, 1950. The formal rendition of the national anthem takes 52 Seconds. The citizen of India must stand still upright in posture while its rendition is being done.