Chapter: 13. The National Symbols
Exercises and Answers
A. Tick the correct picture.
The image showing a pink lotus flower with a yellow center blooming on blue water The image showing a gnarled, ancient banyan-like tree with a thick trunk and dense green canopy The image showing a mango with a green leaf The image showing a partial view of a tiger’s striped legs and paws on green grass The image showing a peacock displaying its fanned, iridescent tail feathers B. Write T for true and F for false.
Our national anthem is Vande Mataram. The Indian National Flag has the saffron colour at the top. The national emblem can be seen in every home daily. Mango is the national fruit of India. C. Answer these questions.
Why is the Indian National Flag called Tiranga? The Indian National Flag is called Tiranga because it has three horizontal bands of saffron, white, and green colors. Who wrote the national anthem of India? Rabindranath Tagore wrote the national anthem of India. Why does every country have a national symbol? Every country has a national symbol because it represents the nation’s identity, unity, and values. What is the meaning of Satyameva Jayate? Satyamev Jayate means ‘Truth alone wins’. List four national symbols of India. Four national symbols of India are: The National Flag, The National Anthem, The National Emblem, and The Tiger (National Animal). Figure Out
When is the Indian National Flag flown at half-mast?
The Indian National Flag is flown at half-mast as a sign of national mourning, for example, upon the death of a high-ranking dignitary or on specific days declared for national mourning. Think Box
The wheel or the Dharma Chakra represents progress. Can you explain why?
The Dharma Chakra represents progress because its continuous circular motion symbolizes constant movement, growth, and advancement, reflecting the idea that the nation should always be moving forward. The 24 spokes also represent the 24 hours in a day, implying continuous progress. Picture Study
Look at the picture and answer these questions.
What is the name of the national animal of India? The national animal of India is the Tiger. Name two states where this animal is found. Tigers are found in states like Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka. (Other valid answers include Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, West Bengal, etc.) Life Skills and Values
Write the names of the countries that these flags represent.
The flag with stars and stripes represents the United States of America. The flag with the Union Jack represents the United Kingdom. The flag with a red circle on white represents Japan. The flag with a large yellow star and four smaller yellow stars on red represents China. 
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