On which day was the National Emblem of India adopted?

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  1. 15th August 1947
  2. 26th January 1959
  3. 26th January 1950
  4. 15th August 1952

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Option 3 : 26th January 1950
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The correct answer is 26th January 1950.

Key Points

  • The National Emblem of India was adopted on 26th January 1950.
  • It is a representational seal of the Republic of India, based on Ashoka Pillar's Lion Capital (based in Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh.)
  • The Indian National Emblem's motto is 'Satyamev Jayate,' which means 'Truth Alone Triumphs.'
  • The National Emblem is a symbol of power that appears in all official government communications.
  • "A heraldic instrument or symbolic object as a unique insignia of a nation, organization, or family," according to the definition.
  • A nation's National Emblem is a seal that is used for official purposes and commands the highest respect and allegiance. 
  • The National Emblem of India may only be used in accordance with the provisions of the State Emblem of India (Prohibition of Improper Use) Act-2005, and any unauthorized use is illegal.

Important Points

  • The National Emblem can be displayed in the following public buildings:
    • Rashtrapati Bhawan
    • Parliament House
    • Supreme Court
    • Central Secretariat buildings
    • Raj Bhawan or Raj Niwas
    • State Legislature
    • High Courts
    • Secretariat buildings of the States or the Union territories
    • Premises of India’s Diplomatic Mission abroad
    • Heads of Missions' residences in the countries where they are accredited.
    • At the front doors of buildings where India's consulates are located.
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