About the Topic: National Symbols of India is an important General Studies topic covering the National Flag, National Emblem, National Anthem, National Song, National Animal, National Bird and other official symbols of India. Practice MCQ Questions with answers and explanations.
What does the wheel on the ‘Indian National Flag’ symbolize?
Correct Answer:
(B) Justice
The wheel on a white strip of National Flag having 24 spokes is adopted from Ashok Chakra which is a depiction of Dharmachakra represented with 24 spokes. It symbolizes the wheel of Law. So, Justice is the correct Answer.
Ques: 2
Which is the national aquatic animal of India?
Correct Answer:
(C) Ganges River dolphin
The Gangetic Dolphin is the National Aquatic Animal of India. It represents the purity of the river Ganga as it can only survive in pure and fresh water. The Ministry of Environment and Forests notified the Ganges River Dolphin as the National Aquatic Animal on 18th May 2010.
Ques: 3
National Heritage Animal of India is
Correct Answer:
(B) Elephant
The elephant was declared the National Heritage Animal of India in 2010. World Elephant Day is observed every year on August 12. India is home to the second-highest number of elephants used for tourism in Asia.
Ques: 4
National Calendar of India is
Correct Answer:
(D)
Saka Calendar
The national calendar based on the Saka Era, with Chaitra as its first month and a normal year of 365 days was adopted from 22 March 1957 along with the Gregorian calendar for the following official purposes: Gazette of India.