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National Symbols of India

1. National Anthem & Flag

• National Anthem: ‘Jana Gana Mana’
  • Full Version Duration: 52 seconds
  • Abbreviated Version (first and last lines): 20 seconds
• National Flag:
  • Features the Ashoka Chakra (a wheel) on its white stripe.
  • The wheel has 24 spokes.
  • It symbolizes the “Wheel of Law” (Dharmachakra) and represents Justice.

2. National Fauna (Animals & Birds)

• National Animal: The Tiger (Panthera Tigris Linnaeus)
  • The Tiger Conservation Project was launched in April 1973 to protect its declining population.
• National Bird: The Peacock (Pavo Cristatus)
• National Aquatic Animal: The Ganges River Dolphin

3. National Flora (Plants & Flowers)

• National Flower: The Lotus (Nelumbo Nucifera), seen as a symbol of Indian culture.
• National Tree: The Banyan tree
• National Fruit: The Mango

4. State Emblem & Motto

• National Emblem: Based on the Lion Capital of Ashoka from Sarnath, Varanasi.
• National Motto: “Satyameva Jayate” (Truth Alone Triumphs)
  • It is taken from the Mundaka Upanishad.
  • It is inscribed on the national emblem.

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