{"id":155239,"date":"2023-08-15T19:40:10","date_gmt":"2023-08-15T14:10:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/?p=155239"},"modified":"2023-08-15T19:40:11","modified_gmt":"2023-08-15T14:10:11","slug":"national-flag-of-india-size-and-dimensions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/national-flag-of-india-size-and-dimensions\/","title":{"rendered":"National Flag of India Size and Dimensions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>National Flag of India Size and Dimensions:<\/strong> The <strong>national flag of India<\/strong>, also known as <strong>Tricolor or Tiranga<\/strong>, is a symbol of the <strong>nation\u2019s unity, diversity, and rich cultural heritage<\/strong>. The Indian flag, with its brilliant colours of saffron, white, and green, represents the country&#8217;s values, aspirations, and growth. In this article, we will know about the size and dimensions of the National flag of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-and-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 2023<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Design and Symbolism<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Indian National flag consists of <strong>three horizontal stripes of equal width<\/strong>. The top stripe is <strong>saffron<\/strong>, the middle stripe is <strong>white<\/strong> and the bottom one is <strong>green<\/strong>. A navy blue <strong>Ashok Chakra with 24 spokes<\/strong> is located at the <strong>center of the white stripe.<\/strong> Each of these elements holds significant symbolism:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Saffron (Top Stripe): <\/strong>This color signifies courage, sacrifice, and selflessness. It reflects the spirit of the people of India, who have always been ready to make sacrifices for the nation\u2019s welfare.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>White (Middle Strip):<\/strong> White symbolises honesty, purity, and tranquilly. It also represents the acceptance of all religions and communities, emphasising India&#8217;s rich and harmonious culture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Green (Bottom Stripe):<\/strong> The green stripe symbolizes fertility, growth, and auspiciousness. It reflects India\u2019s agricultural heritage and its commitment to sustainable development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ashoka Chakra: <\/strong>It embodies righteousness, progress and the perpetuity of life. The Chakra also underscores India\u2019s efforts towards self-realization and self-discovery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Size and Dimensions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Flag Code of India <\/strong>outlines the specifications for the size and dimensions of the National Flag to ensure uniformity and respect for the flag\u2019s dignity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The flag\u2019s proportions are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\" start=\"1\">\n<li><strong>Width to Length Ratio: <\/strong>The width of the flag is <strong>two-thirds<\/strong> of its length. The ratio of the width to the length of the flag is <strong>2:3<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Size options:<\/strong> The Flag Code of India has specified various sizes for the national flag, based on their use and displays.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>S. No.<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Size of National Flag &nbsp;(in mm)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Size of Ashoka Chakra in mm<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1.<\/td><td>6300 x 4200<\/td><td>1295<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2.<\/td><td>3600 x 2400<\/td><td>740<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3.<\/td><td>2700 x 1800<\/td><td>555<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4.<\/td><td>1800 x 1200<\/td><td>370<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5.<\/td><td>1350 x 900<\/td><td>280<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6.<\/td><td>900 x 600<\/td><td>185<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7.<\/td><td>450 x 300<\/td><td>90<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8.<\/td><td>225 x 150<\/td><td>40<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>9.<\/td><td>150 x 100<\/td><td>25<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\" start=\"3\">\n<li><strong>Diameter of Ashoka Chakra: <\/strong>The diameter of the Ashoka Chakra is determined based on the white stripe\u2019s width. It should be <strong>three-fourths of the white stripe\u2019s width<\/strong>. The Ashoka Chakra is centered on the white stripe, equidistant from the top and bottom edges.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Respectful usage of the National Flag<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Indian National Flag holds immense significance and must be treated with the utmost respect and dignity. Some of the guidelines for its appropriate usage are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The flag should never touch the ground.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It should not be used for commercial purposes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When displayed, it should be flown in a proper manner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It should never be dipped into any person or thing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The flag should always be hoisted with saffron at the top and green at the bottom.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The flag should not be used as a drapery, costume, or uniform.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Damaged or soiled flags should be privately destroyed in a dignified manner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>National Flag of India Size and Dimensions: The national flag of India, also known as Tricolor or Tiranga, is a symbol of the nation\u2019s unity, diversity, and rich cultural heritage. The Indian flag, with its brilliant colours of saffron, white, and green, represents the country&#8217;s values, aspirations, and growth. 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