Question
Download Solution PDFOn which day was the National Emblem of India adopted?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe 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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