National Flag Day: India’s Tricolour was adopted on July 22, 1947
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The flag came to represent the aspirations, sacrifices, and unity of India’s freedom struggle. | EdexLive
A freedom fighter from Andhra Pradesh, Venkayya, presented the original idea of the Tricolour with a spinning wheel in the centre. | EdexLive
What do the colours mean? Saffron stands for courage and sacrifice, white for peace and truth, and green for faith & chivalry, while Ashoka Chakra stands for law of dharma and motion. | EdexLive
The 24-spoke navy blue wheel was taken from the Lion Capital of Ashoka, symbolising progress and righteousness.
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The flag must be treated with respect at all times, as governed by the Flag Code of India and the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971. | EdexLive
From Olympic podiums to Mars missions, the Tricolour continues to be a symbol of India’s unity, resilience, and global presence. | EdexLive
The Indian National Flag is not just a symbol, but a legacy carried forward by generations, reminding us of the price of freedom. | EdexLive