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A standard table tennis table is 5 feet (1.525 meters) wide, as specified by the International Table Tennis Federation. This width, combined with the 9-foot length, creates the standard playing surface.

According to ITTF regulations, a table tennis table is 2.5 feet (76 cm) high. This standard height ensures consistency across all official competitions and allows players to maintain proper playing posture.

The table tennis net is 6 inches (15.25 cm) high, as specified by the International Table Tennis Federation. This standard height applies along the entire length of the net.

India adopted its Constitution on 26th January 1950, which is celebrated as Republic Day. This date marks when the Constitution came into effect, replacing the Government of India Act (1935). 15th August 1947 was Independence Day when India gained freedom from British rule.

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar is popularly known as the Father of the Indian Constitution as he was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee. He played the most significant role in framing the Constitution and ensuring it reflected democratic values. While Nehru and Gandhi were freedom fighters, Ambedkar's contribution to constitution-making was unparalleled.

The President of India takes the salute at the Republic Day parade in New Delhi. This is because the President is the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. The Prime Minister does not take the salute but addresses the nation on this day.

Article 21 of the Indian Constitution protects the Right to Life and Personal Liberty. It is a fundamental right that ensures no person shall be deprived of their life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law. Other options are covered in different articles - Equality (Article 14-18), Freedom of Religion (Article 25-28), Freedom of Speech (Article 19).

The Governor of a state unfurls the National Flag on Republic Day in the state capital. This is because the Governor is the constitutional head of the state, similar to how the President unfurls the flag in New Delhi. The Chief Minister does not unfurl the flag.

National Bravery Awards are presented to children on 26th January (Republic Day) by the Government of India. These awards recognize children who have displayed exceptional courage in dangerous situations. The awards are given by the Prime Minister or the President before the Republic Day parade.

The concept of Five Year Plans was borrowed from the USSR (Soviet Union). India adopted this planned economic model after independence, with the First Five Year Plan launched in 1951. The USSR's centralized planning system influenced India's approach to economic development.