National Song
“Vande Mātaram” ( translated as “I praise you, Motherland”) is a poem composed in Sanskritized Bengali by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee during the 1870s. In October 1937, the Congress adopted the first two verses of this poem… Read More
National Anthem
“Jana Gana Mana” (meaning “Thou Art the Ruler of the Minds of All People”) is the national anthem of India. It was initially composed in Bengali by the polymath Rabindranath Tagore on December 11, 1911, under the title… Read More
State Emblem
The State Emblem of India serves as the national emblem of the Republic of India. It is employed by the central government, various state governments, and other government bodies. The emblem is based on the Lion Capital of Ashoka… Read More
National Flag
The national flag of India, commonly known as the Tiraṅgā (the tricolour), is a horizontal rectangular flag featuring three horizontal bands of India saffron, white, and India green. At its center is the Ashoka Chakra, a navy blue wheel… Read More
Currency Symbol
The Indian rupee symbol ⟨₹⟩ represents the Indian rupee (ISO 4217: INR), which is India’s official currency. It was created by D. Udaya Kumar and introduced to the public by the Indian government on July 15, 2010… Read More
National Calender
The Indian national calendar, known as the Shaka calendar or Śaka calendar, is a solar calendar that is used in conjunction with the Gregorian calendar. It is utilized by The Gazette of India, featured in news broadcasts by All India Radio, and… Read More
National Flower
The lotus, or water lily, from the Nymphaea family, is India’s national flower. This aquatic plant is celebrated for its large, attractive pink blooms with symmetrically arranged petals and broad, floating leaves that convey a sense of… Read More
National Bird
The Indian peacock, known scientifically as *Pavo cristatus*, is India’s national bird. This vibrant, swan-sized bird features a distinctive fan-shaped crest of feathers, a white patch beneath its eye, and a long, slender neck. The male… Read More
National Animal
India’s national symbols, selected with great care, reflect the nation’s identity and cultural heritage. The Royal Bengal Tiger has been designated as India’s national animal due to its significant role in Hindu… Read More