Motto — Set 4
Police GK · आदर्श वाक्य · Questions 31–40 of 40
Where did Bhikaji Cama unfurl an early version of the Indian flag in 1907?
Correct Answer: C. Stuttgart
Madam Bhikaji Cama unfurled the flag in Stuttgart, Germany. This event took place at the International Socialist Conference in 1907. It was one of the first times an Indian flag was displayed internationally.
What is the color of the middle band of the Indian National Flag?
Correct Answer: D. White
The middle band of the Indian National Flag is White. This band makes up one-third of the flag's height. It provides the background for the Navy Blue Ashoka Chakra.
What is the color of the top band of the Indian National Flag?
Correct Answer: A. Saffron
The top band of the flag is Deep Saffron (Kesaria). It occupies the top one-third of the flag. This color is traditionally associated with sacrifice and renunciation.
What is the color of the bottom band of the Indian National Flag?
Correct Answer: B. Green
The bottom band of the flag is Dark Green. It occupies the lower one-third of the tricolour. It stands for prosperity and the fertile land of the nation.
What is the English translation of the national motto 'Satyameva Jayate'?
Correct Answer: C. Truth Alone Triumphs
The English translation is 'Truth Alone Triumphs'. It signifies the ultimate victory of truth over falsehood. This ideal is central to the Indian ethos.
What is the popular Hindi name for the Indian National Flag?
Correct Answer: D. Tiranga
'Tiranga' is the popular name for the National Flag. It translates to 'Tricolour' in English. The name refers to the three prominent horizontal colored bands.
According to the Flag Code, the National Flag cannot be used as a portion of a costume worn where?
Correct Answer: A. Below the waist
The flag cannot be used as a portion of a costume worn below the waist. It also cannot be embroidered on cushions or napkins. This rule is to maintain the dignity and respect of the national symbol.
The privilege of flying the National Flag on a motor car is limited to which of the following?
Correct Answer: B. High Dignitaries (e.g., President, Governor)
Only specific high dignitaries are allowed to fly the flag on their vehicles. This includes the President, Vice President, Governors, and the Prime Minister. Ordinary citizens are not permitted to fly the flag on vehicles.
Using the National Flag as a drapery is generally forbidden, except for which occasion?
Correct Answer: C. State Funerals
The flag can be used as drapery only during State/Military Funerals. It is draped over the bier or coffin of the deceased dignitary or soldier. It must not be lowered into the grave or burnt in the pyre.
Who was the Chairman of the Ad-hoc Committee on the National Flag in the Constituent Assembly?
Correct Answer: D. Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the Chairman of the Ad-hoc Committee on the National Flag. This committee was responsible for finalizing the design of the flag for independent India. Dr. Rajendra Prasad was also the President of the Constituent Assembly.