When did the Constituent Assembly adopt the National Flag?

Q – When did the Constituent Assembly adopt the National Flag?

(a) 22 July, 1947

(b) 23 July, 1947

(d) 15 August, 1947

U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 1990

Ans. (a)

The National Flag of India was adopted during fourth session of the constituent Assembly on 22 July, 1947.

DIMENSIONS OF THE NATIONAL FLAG

The National Flag is a horizontal tricolour of deep saffron (kesaria) (representing ‘courage and sacrifice’) at the top, white (‘peace and truth’) in the middle and dark green (faith and chivalry) at the bottom in equal proportion.

The ratio of width of the flag to its length is two to three (2:3) or the ratio of the length to the height ( width) of flag shall be 3:2.

In the centre of the white band is navy-blue wheel which represents the chakra Its design is that of the wheel which appears on the abacus of the Sarnath Lion Capital of Ashoka. Its diameter approximates to the width of the white band and it has 24 spokes.

The design of the National Flag was adopted by the Constituent Assembly of India on 22 July 1947.

GUIDELINES ABOUT HOISTING THE NATIONAL FLAG

Wherever the National flag is displayed it should occupy the position of honour.
A damaged or dishevelled flag should not be displayed.
The Flag shall not be intentionally displayed with ‘saffron’ down or allowed to touch the ground or the floor or trail in water.
The Flag shall not be dipped in salute to any person or thing.
The Flag shall not be used as drapery in any form whatsoever or as a receptacle for receiving or carrying anything.
The Flag shall not be used for commercial purposes.
Paper Flags used by public on cultural and sports events should not be discarded or thrown on the ground after the event.

Insulting or showing disrespect to the National Flag is an offence punishable under the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971.

(Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India)

Source : A New Look at Modern Indian History – B.L.Grover & Alka Mehta.