Flag of India
Colors
#FF9933
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Meaning & Symbolism
The saffron at the top represents courage and sacrifice. The white in the center symbolizes peace, truth, and purity. The green at the bottom represents faith, fertility, and the prosperity of the land. The blue Ashoka Chakra in the center is the wheel of law with 24 spokes representing the hours of the day and the nation's continuous progress.
History
Adopted days before independence from Britain. Based on the Indian National Congress flag. The chakra replaced Gandhi's spinning wheel from the original design.
Curiosities
By law, it can only be made from khadi (hand-spun fabric). There are strict rules about its use. The wheel has exactly 24 spokes, no more, no less.
