National Symbols of India
Learning Objectives
- I can name the national symbols of India.
- I can describe the national flag of India.
- I can name the national animal, bird, flower, and fruit of India.
- I can understand why national symbols are important.
Let Us Begin!
India is our country. We are proud to be Indians! Every country has special symbols that represent it. These are called national symbols.
National symbols show the identity and pride of a country. They remind us of our culture, nature, and values.
Let us learn about the national symbols of India!
National Symbols of India
| Symbol | Name | About It |
|---|---|---|
| National Flag | Tiranga (Tricolour) | Three colours: saffron (top), white (middle), green (bottom). Blue Ashoka Chakra in the centre. |
| National Anthem | Jana Gana Mana | Written by Rabindranath Tagore. We sing it with pride. |
| National Animal | Bengal Tiger | A powerful and majestic animal. Found in Indian forests. |
| National Bird | Peacock | A beautiful bird with colourful feathers. Found all over India. |
| National Flower | Lotus | A beautiful pink flower that grows in water. Symbol of purity. |
| National Fruit | Mango | Called the "King of Fruits". Grown all over India. |
More About the National Symbols
National Flag (Tiranga): The saffron colour stands for courage and sacrifice. White stands for peace and truth. Green stands for faith and prosperity. The blue Ashoka Chakra has 24 spokes.
National Anthem: "Jana Gana Mana" was written by Rabindranath Tagore. We stand up straight and sing it with respect. It takes about 52 seconds to sing.
Bengal Tiger: The tiger is strong, brave, and powerful. It is found in the forests of India. We must protect tigers because they are endangered.
Peacock: The peacock is the most beautiful bird in India. It dances when it rains. Its feathers are blue and green with eye-like patterns.
Key Words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| National symbol | A special sign or thing that represents a country |
| Tiranga | The national flag of India with three colours |
| Ashoka Chakra | The blue wheel in the centre of the Indian flag |
| National anthem | The official song of a country |
| Endangered | When very few animals of a type are left and they may disappear |
- The national flag of India is called Tiranga. It has three colours: saffron, white, and green.
- The national anthem is "Jana Gana Mana" written by Rabindranath Tagore.
- The national animal of India is the Bengal Tiger.
- The national bird of India is the Peacock.
- The national flower is the Lotus. The national fruit is the Mango.
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