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U.S. Flag, Pledge of Allegiance, and National Anthem Etiquette

U.S. Flag, Pledge of Allegiance, and National Anthem etiquette, procedures, and laws help us all honor our proud heritage.

By: Maralee McKee, Manners Mentor

When our National Anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner , is performed, we stand at attention in respect for those who fought and can no longer stand.

Our National Anthem, the U.S. Flag, and The Pledge of Allegiance all have certain protocols (unchanging rules of use) that we as citizens, military, and athletes need to know and follow and pass along to our children. By showing shared respect, we make “our past one with the present and the present a foundation for the future.” (USFlag.org)

I’m grateful to be an American. I’m also proud that our nation’s history is part of my own. It’s an honor that the brave men and women who are currently serving or have served in the Armed Forces are among my ancestors, relatives, friends, neighbors, and co-citizens. And I’m delighted for the ways in which our diverse nation has come together to agree upon the manners of how best to honor the symbols of our country.

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National Anthem Etiquette  (Star Spangled Banner Protocol)

When the National Anthem is announced, there are several things to keep in mind: stand, remove your cap, face the flag, place your right hand over your heart, and sing along if appropriate. Don’t talk, eat, or distract from the performance of the National Anthem. Event participants and military have slightly different procedures, so let’s look at those and the remainder of our National Anthem etiquette here.

1. Athletes and featured participants in an event should follow procedures to stand and respect the Anthem . In football, the NFL announced in an official statement in May 2018 that it will penalize a team if its player(s) kneel during the National Anthem on the field. The NFL requires that “all league and team personnel shall stand and show respect for the flag and the Anthem. Personnel who choose not to stand for the Anthem may stay in the locker room until after the Anthem has been performed.”

That more forceful ruling supersedes the NFL’s prior position that, while its Rulebook governs play and does not mention the National Anthem, its Game Operations Manual is its “bible of operations” and does govern National Anthem procedures:

The National Anthem must be played prior to every NFL game, and all players must be on the sideline for the National Anthem. During the National Anthem, players on the field and bench area should stand at attention , face the flag, hold helmets in their left hand, and refrain from talking. The home team should ensure that the American flag is in good condition. It should be pointed out to players and coaches that we continue to be judged by the public in this area of respect for the flag and our country.

In some other sports, players may be contractually required to stand. In basketball, the NBA requires that “Players, coaches and trainers are to stand and line up in a dignified posture along the sidelines or on the foul line during the playing of the National Anthem” (2016-2017 NBA rules, p. 62, II. H. (2)). The bylaws of the U.S. Soccer Federation require them to “ stand respectfully during the playing of national anthems at any event in which the Federation is represented.”

2. As citizens, our US Federal Statute (36 U.S. Code § 301 – National Anthem) says we should face the flag (or face toward the music if there is no flag) and stand at attention with the right hand over the heart. If the music is prerecorded, look straight ahead. Those who are performing their assigned tasks as workers/volunteers at the event need not follow these protocols if their attention must be on those tasks during the Anthem. A few examples of these are choirs, bands, flagbearers, and security staff. 

3. As soon as you hear an announcement that the National Anthem is about to be played or sung, stand up in anticipation if you are able. If you have a hat on, remove it. This etiquette applies to both men and women if they are wearing a unisex or sports hat (ball cap). Ladies-only decorative hats (like you see worn at the Kentucky Derby) can be left on, as of course can any uniform hats of performers or flag-bearers.

4. For those who have never served in the military: On the first note of the Anthem, place your right hand over your heart. (You may hold your hat in your right hand and place it over your heart as well.) Keep your hand in place until after the last note.

5. Veterans and current military members should give and hold a military salute during the Anthem. The change in protocol for former members of the military using a military salute occurred in 2008 . Prior to that, veterans held their hands over their hearts just as civilians did.

6. Remove your sunglasses. Yes, it’s uncomfortable in the bright sun. That’s OK. People on the battlefield have been much more uncomfortable.

7. Don’t talk during the Anthem. If you’re talking, you’re not paying attention to the song and thus not showing respect for its meaning. And you’re interrupting those around you who are trying to show their respect.

8. Don’t eat or drink during the song. If you’re chewing gum, stop until the Anthem has ended. Have nothing in your hands (except a hat); put your smartphone away .

9. You may sing along if you wish. In fact, since it’s our nation’s song, we should sing along. Just don’t belt it out like you’re the one who was invited to perform it!

10. After the song is completed, it’s not proper to applaud. The song represents our National Anthem as a hymn, and we usually don’t applaud after hymns. I know this sounds odd, and I know that most everyone else at a sporting or large event claps, but that does go against the official Code. The performers are leading the audience in the singing of the hymn, not performing it for their own recognition or for applause. (I know it’s hard sometimes not to clap. Remember when Whitney Houston sang the National Anthem in 1991 at Super Bowl XXV? It was practically impossible not to clap for her!) On the other hand, at sporting events the game usually begins immediately after the playing of the Anthem, so it could be said that people are clapping for the start of the event and not the end of the Anthem. And at the Super Bowl , the fly-over immediately follows the Anthem; this proud, awe-inspiring display is certainly applause-worthy.

11. In cases where the anthem of another nation is playing on U.S. soil, or you’re visiting another country: stand up, remove your hat, and remain quiet in respect for their anthem. Do not place your hand over your heart or salute a foreign anthem, allegiance, or flag.

Grace Note:

Did you know that our National Anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner , is spelled with a hyphen , though most of us don’t include it? We’re in great company, though. The composer, Francis Scott Key, left the hyphen off his first version back in 1814 !

Pledge of Allegiance Etiquette

1. When pledging allegiance to the flag, follow the manners of participating in the National Anthem listed above.

2. Say the Pledge out loud with the rest of those gathered.

3. Look at the flag as the Pledge is said, and don’t forget to put your right hand over your heart.

U.S. Flag Etiquette

1. Any time you’re at an event (a parade, football game half-time show, Boy or Girl Scout ceremony, church or school event, or such) and the flag passes you, stand up as you see it come into your line of vision. Follow all the protocols of listening to the National Anthem listed above. And remain standing until the flag has passed you and your family or group.

2. The flag does not belong to any one American. It’s a shared symbol of our nation. It should only be at half-mast by presidential or gubernatorial order, even when mourning a soldier killed in the line of duty.

A person may not correctly decide to fly our national symbol at half-mast for personal reasons.

I know this is hard from my experience. I wanted to honor my brother, a 25-plus-year member of the Armed Forces when he passed away. He didn’t die in the line of duty; however, the beauty and dignity of his military funeral, including the three volley, often called a “21-Gun Salute,” along with the presenting of the flag that covered his coffin to his widow, were a beautiful reflection of his service to our nation.

3. Any time you see the flag being raised or lowered, stop to watch, remain silent, remove your hat, and place your right hand over your heart.

4. Light must always shine on our flag. It must never fly in darkness. If you have one flying outside your home, either lower it and bring it inside before sunset each evening or have a light installed to shine on it throughout the night.

5. The flag isn’t dipped (lowered) to any person or thing.

6. On United States soil, our flag always should be given the place of honor among other flags. It should be put on a stage in a room to its right-hand side. No other flag may be larger in size, be on a taller flag pole, or raised higher. The U.S. flag will be the first one raised and the last one lowered. (It is to be raised briskly and lowered slowly.)

7. When displayed on a wall, the flag may be hung either vertically or horizontally. In either case, the stars should be at the top and to the observer’s left.

8. All flags displayed for general public use (those not of historical significance) should be clean and tatter-free. When it’s time to retire a flag, there are precise protocols. American Legion posts and Boy Scout troops hold occasional ceremonies in which the flag is correctly burned (retired). Contact your local chapter for details on when their next service will be held. One will often occur on Flag Day, June 14.

This list of flag etiquette is by no means an exhaustive one. To learn more, visit USFlag.org.

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The National Anthem, The Pledge of Allegiance, and Old Glory herself, the United States flag — they’re OUR symbols.

Our symbols of pride. Our symbols of a shared past full of brave men and women who made (and are still making) untold sacrifices for our freedom. These are our symbols of a shared past. Our symbols of being willing to stand side-by-side today. And an unspoken promise that we will be here for each other tomorrow no matter what.

Honor the symbols of our American pride and most importantly the men and women of our Armed Forces, past and present, who keep this the “land of the free” and make true the statement that we’re the “home of the brave!”

Thank you to everyone who has served  or is now serving. What would we do without you? Thank you for your honor, bravery, and sacrifices. You are superheroes!  May you be blessed ten times over for giving of yourselves!

God bless us all, and God bless the USA!

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About Maralee McKee

Maralee McKee is dedicated to helping you become the person you most want to be and to live a confident, kind, and generous life! She is a contemporary etiquette, manners, and people skill expert and the founder of the prestigious Etiquette School of America. She's in the top one percent of experts in her field, and her etiquette skills blog is the most read in the United States. Maralee presents business etiquette seminars to corporations large and small and coaches individuals one-on-one virtually and in-person. Her book on how moms can teach their children to become the best version of themselves (Harvest House Publishing) earned the prestigious Mom’s Choice Gold Award for excellence in parenting books.

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An Anthem, A Flag, and Individual Liberties

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When American football player Colin Kaepernick began sitting (and later kneeling) during the National Anthem to protest racial injustices in the country, he intended to draw attention to race relations in the United States. However, his actions have also sparked a discussion regarding the individual liberties of American Citizens. This conversation has since extended to other symbols of patriotism beyond the national anthem such as respect for the American flag. This eLesson asks students to consider what constitutes protected speech and how far patriotic symbols and actions can be legally protected from acts of protest. Through this lesson, students will better understand the rights guaranteed by the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. They will use this understanding to analyze a variety of current events and assess whether they constitute protected speech. Students will then apply their understanding and analysis through respectful debate to further clarify their position on this controversial topic.

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Background or Warm-Up Activity Assign students to read the case brief and answer the discussion questions found in the Bill of Rights Institute’s activity on  Texas v. Johnson  (1989) .  Students should use this review to familiarize themselves with the circumstances of the case and the court’s decision.  They should come to class prepared to discuss their answers.  

Activity: Debate

• As a class, review the discussion questions answered in the  Texas v. Johnson After the discussion, take a poll as to who agrees or disagrees with the court’s decision. Divide your class along these lines. If the numbers are disproportionate, randomly assign students to one side or the other. Inform your students that they will be debating the following question: To what extent should national symbols be protected from actions that many would deem disrespectful.
• Minersville School District v. Gobitis  (1940) [Later overturned]
• West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette  (1943)
• Texas v. Johnson  (1989)
• United States v. Eichman  (1990)
• United States Courts  website
• Oyez Database  from ITT Chicago-Kent College of Law
• Legal Information Institute  from Cornell University Law School
• Give your students approximately 15 minutes to review and research the Supreme Court cases listed above. Encourage students from both groups to split into smaller groups to cover each case to make the best use of this time.
• Speak courteously: No raised voices or insults of any kind.
• Listen courteously: No interruptions.
• Argue authoritatively: Use primary sources to support reasoning.
• Each group should nominate a spokesperson to deliver a short speech – no more than a minute long – in favor of their position.
• At the end of each side’s speech, the other side should appoint an individual (different from the main spokesperson) to “cross-examine” the other side. During this period, the cross-examiner may only ask questions. These are designed to clarify the first speaker’s arguments and ask questions that were unanswered or not considered earlier in the discussion.
• The next side should give their speech followed by cross-examination.
• Each group will then have a third speaker deliver a brief response addressing concerns raised during the cross examination.
• Have your students cast a secret ballot in order to determine which side’s argument was most compelling to the class. Encourage students not to simply vote for the side they participated in, but to truly consider which side had the more compelling argument.
• After the debate, complete the following “Debriefing” activity with your students designed to further their understanding of First Amendment protections

Debriefing Activity Ask your students the following critical thinking questions to further help them better understand First Amendment protections and the role of federalism and separation of powers:

• Does the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protect only free speech, or does it also protect freedom of expression as demonstrated by Johnson’s burning of an American flag or the North Carolina teacher’s stepping on the flag?
• Because the American flag, national anthem, and pledge of allegiance are treated with a high level of respect and patriotism by many, should this impact whether or not individuals are able to take actions seen as disrespectful to these national symbols?
• In North Carolina, a teacher was suspended after stepping on the American flag as part of a lecture on free speech. . While no legal action is being taken against the teacher, under North Carolina law, the teacher’s actions are still considered a misdemeanor for flag desecration. As a result of the Supreme Court’s ruling in Texas v. Johnson, should the teacher’s actions be protected by the First Amendment? Why or why not?

Extension Activity: Let your students debate with students from across the country on this topic through the Bill of Rights Institute’s Think the Vote  debate platform. Students have an opportunity to answer the question, “Should national symbols be protected from actions many deem disrespectful?.” Instruct your students to use their research and in class discussion to assist them in developing a well-reasoned argument from a constitutional perspective using the materials provided as well as the previously discussed material. After submitting their post, students will have an opportunity to view the responses of students from across the country.

• Note: If you are viewing this eLesson after October 7, 2017, the main Think the Vote topic will have changed, but you are still encouraged to have your students participate in the discussion. 

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U.S. Flag Code: Etiquette, Rules, and Guidelines

How to Properly Display the American Flag

Wondering how to display the American flag? When is it flown at half-staff? What happens if it touches the ground? Here is a list of rules and guidelines on American flag etiquette and the U.S. Flag Code.

Honoring the U.S. Flag Code

On June 22, 1942, Congress passed a joint resolution, later amended on December 22, 1942, that encompassed what has come to be known as the U.S. Flag Code.

Note: Although this is a U.S. federal law, following the Flag Code is voluntary and meant as a guideline. The flag of the United States is the emblem of our identity as a sovereign nation, which the United States of America has been for more than 200 years.

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Perhaps the most important guideline involves how citizens should behave around the Stars and Stripes. For example, members of the armed services and veterans are asked to stand at attention and salute when their flag is passing in a parade or being hoisted or lowered; civilians should place their right hand over their hearts.

It may appear as if there are an overwhelming number of guidelines below; however, this article has become longer over time to answer the many questions that come up. You will see more questions from readers in the comments!

Did you know : A flag expert is called a vexillologist! 

We are not experts, but we do our best to answer questions occasionally and welcome others to share their knowledge, especially military members.

The flag is a symbol of respect, honor, and patriotism. It may be displayed on any day of the year according to the following guidelines:

The flag should not be displayed on days when the weather is inclement. The custom is to display the flag only from sunrise to sunset on flagstaffs in the open, but it may be displayed at night—if illuminated—to produce a patriotic effect. The flag should be displayed on all days, especially on:

• The flag should be displayed at every public institution, in or near every polling place on election days, and at schoolhouses during school days.

How to Properly Display the American Flag

As a symbol of the country and its people, the flag should be treated with respect and be honored when on display. In order to treat the flag with the dignity it deserves, the following display guidelines are recommended.

General Guidelines for Displaying the Flag:

• When the flag is hung vertically on a wall, window, or door, the Union (blue section) should be to the observer’s left. When the flag is hung either horizontally or vertically against a wall, the Union should be to the observer’s left.
• In a procession, the American flag should be to the right (the flag’s own right) of any other flag or, if in a line of other flags, in front of the center of that line.
• When displayed from a staff projecting from a building, the union should be at the peak of the staff.
• When the flag is displayed otherwise than by being flown from a staff, it should be displayed flat, whether indoors or out; or so suspended that its folds fall as freely as though the flag were staffed.
• When displayed over a street, the flag should be suspended vertically with the union to the north in an east and west street or to the east in a north and south street.
• On a platform, the flag should be above and behind the speaker, with the union uppermost and to the observer’s left.
• When displayed from a staff in a church or auditorium, the flag should occupy the position of honor and be placed at the speaker’s right as he faces the audience.
• When the flag is used to cover a casket, the union should be at the head and over the left shoulder.

Hoisting and Lowering the Flag:

• The flag should be hoisted briskly and lowered ceremoniously.
• For the President or a former President: 30 days from the date of death.
• For the Vice President, the Chief Justice or a retired Chief Justice of the United States, or the Speaker of the House of Representatives: 10 days from the day of death.
• For an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, a member of the Cabinet, a former Vice President, the President pro tempore of the Senate, the Majority Leader of the House of Representatives, the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives: From the day of death until interment.
• For a United States Senator, Representative, Delegate, or the Resident Commissioner from the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico: the flag should be flown in the metropolitan area of the District of Columbia, on the day of death and on the following day; in the state, congressional district, territory, or commonwealth of such Senator, Representative, Delegate, or Commissioner, from the day of death until interment.
• For a Governor: Within the state, territory, or possession, from the day of death until interment.

Displaying the American Flag on a Vehicle:

• The flag should not be displayed on a float except from a staff, nor draped over the hood, top, sides, or back of a vehicle.
• When the flag is displayed on a vehicle, the staff should be fixed firmly to the chassis.

Displaying the American Flag Alongside Other Flags:

• In the United States, no other flag should be placed above the American flag or, if they are to be placed on the same level, to the right of the American flag.
• The United Nations flag may not be displayed above or in a position of superior prominence to the United States flag except at the United Nations Headquarters.
• The flag, when displayed with another against a wall—both from crossed staffs—should be on the right (the flag’s own right), and its staff should be in front of the other staff.
• The American flag should be at the center and the highest point when displayed with a group of state flags.
• When flags of states, cities, etc., are flown on the same halyard, the American flag should be at its peak.
• When flags of two or more nations are displayed, they are to be flown from separate staffs of the same height, and the American flag should be hoisted first and lowered last.

How Not to Display the American Flag

The flag and its likeness should be treated with respect. Its image should not be cheapened or tarnished by improper use.

• The flag should not be dipped to any person or thing, including government officials—even the President.
• The flag should never be displayed with the union (stars) down, unless as a signal of dire distress.
• The flag should never touch anything beneath it, such as the ground, the floor, water, or merchandise.
• The flag should never be carried flat or horizontally, but always aloft and free.
• The flag should never be fastened, displayed, used, or stored so that it might be easily torn, soiled, or damaged in any way.
• The flag should never be used as a covering for a ceiling.
• The flag should never have anything placed on it.
• The flag should never be used for any advertising purpose, nor embroidered on cushions or handkerchiefs, printed on paper napkins or boxes, nor used as any portion of a costume.

How to Properly Dispose of an American Flag

• If the U.S. flag does touch the ground, it does not need to be disposed of. This is a myth. Just ensure the flag is washed or dry cleaned.
• However, when the flag is in torn or in a condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem, it should be destroyed in a dignified and ceremonious fashion, preferably by burning.
• Most  American Legion  posts will conduct an annual ceremony, often on Flag Day (June 14) to retire old or worn flags; contact your local chapter if you are not able to dispose of the flag yourself. You could also ask your local Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts troops about retiring your flag.

Any Questions?

Do you have a question regarding displaying or respecting the American flag? Ask us in the comments below!

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Hi Is it proper to fly my late dad's old flag with 48 stars that he got during the war? It's still in very good condition.

Hi, Geoffrey: It is certainly proper and honorable to do such a thing. Of course, in doing so, you would be flying not the Old Glory that represents our nation but instead a historic flag, such as from earlier times. If people noticed and you had cause to talk about your late dad, so much the better. But as we always say, it is better to fly any Old Glory, of any type, in almost any way, than to not fly Old Glory at all. The freedom to do this and to have this encouraged is what our defenders have fought for and won for centuries. Thanks for being so patriotic to ask!

What are the rules concerning adding a colored stripe to the American flag? I see a blue stripe for police and a red stripe for the fire dept. - is this acceptable?

Hi, Paul: Once Old Glory has been modified in any way, such as by having a stripe added or changed in color, she no longer is our nation’s flag but instead is simply a piece of fabric, or “flag art.” You would not pledge allegiance to a Blue Line Flag, for example, as that would be meaningless. Thanks for asking!

I consider our country to be in distress and want to hang one of my flags in the way that is proper for a distressed nation. I have read different articles on the correct way to display but am confused. I also what to make sure it is appropriate even though others may not feel the same as I do about the state of our nation. Thank you

Hi, Terri: Ironically, perhaps, Old Glory stands for the very freedoms that allow you to fly her in any way that you please, to indicate whatever you think your way of flying indicates. This being said, there is no proper way to appropriately fly Old Glory to indicate displeasure with something—other than, perhaps, just not flying her at all, which wouldn’t necessarily convey any real message. You may be thinking of the practice of flying the Stars and Stripes upside down to indicate distress. It is very, very improper to do this to send any message other than that there is true distress happening where the flag is being flown and emergency help needs to be summoned or given immediately. This is used by ships that have lost power and are in danger of foundering on rocks or by climbers atop mountains who have injury and cannot get down, for example. To fly Old Glory in this way for the wrong reason is really like crying “Wolf!” and endangering the long-term validity of this entire emergency messaging system. So, what can you do? Well, you could not fly her and replace her with some flag that more directly states your feelings. Or, you could fly such a flag beneath Old Glory. Sometimes it is helpful to remember, though, that although it is often easy and comfortable to think of her as representing the bad things about our country, there are many who would argue that she also represents in equal or greater measure the almost countless good things, such as, for example, the beloved members of our armed services. One other thing that is sometimes overlooked is that when Old Glory was designed, she was based geographically on 13 political divisions, aka states—hence the 13 stars and stripes. But this was in 1777, and what the Stars and Stripes really, really represented back then—just as they do today—was the principles and freedoms that were at the very moment being fought for and won in the Revolutionary War. Thus, many folks in your boat take comfort in choosing to view Old Glory as representing something that is not bad or distressed but instead good and treasured: freedom. Thank you for being so honest and brave about admitting your confusion, and thank you for caring so much to ask this great question!

Hi, I like your flag info. I tell many idiots on Quora to ck you out. Thanks for keeping our spirits high. My question: if Ma Nature changes her weather "routine" mid-day (i.e. starts to rain & you put your flag up earlier, or vice versa), do you change your flag accordingly. And with all the newly constructed all-weather materials for flags, is it necessary to observe the general inclement weather guideline? Bart Viet Vet

Hi, Bart: Thank you for your kind words and especially for your service! This is really pretty simple: All-weather flags can be left out in all weather. Old Glories that are not all-weather need to be flown or taken down according to—as you put it—Weather Mother Nature’s whims. Thanks for being so patriotic to ask!

Is it proper to have a hem that is a band of gold on the flag?

Hi, Linda: As you know, a hem is a sewn edge on a piece of fabric that has been doubled back and stitched down. In the case of a flag, there is also what is known as a “pole hem,” which is a wider sleeve of doubled back fabric that is created along the pole side of a flag for the purpose of inserting a pole or staff. Usually, the only gold material that is acceptable on Old Glory would be gold fringe—which is simply used as a decorative embellishment, often on ceremonial military flags—on her three free-flying edges, which, by definition, would need to be attached to something, such as a gold hem. However, having a gold band or hem (edge or pole) without any fringe would not be customary and in fact would change such a flag from being Old Glory to being simply a piece of “flag art,” in the same way that Blue Line and Black Line flags are no longer official Old Glories but simply decorative items. Thanks for caring so much to ask!

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Essay on National Flag: Sample Essays for Students in 100, 200, and 300 words

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• Jan 3, 2024

The National flag of India is a symbol that represents India’s freedom as well as its integrity. It represents that India is governed by the people of the country without any foreign interference. The display of the Indian flag is our pride and it is a warning to the invaders. Our Nation flag is based on the Swaraj Flag which was designed by Pingali Venakyya. The tricolour display is governed by the Flag code of India and any act of dishonour to the flag is a punishable offence. This is just a brief paragraph on the national flag. Below we have provided samples of essay on National Flag. let’s have a look at them. 

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• 1 Essay on National Flag in 100 words
• 2 Essay on National Flag in 250 words
• 3 Essay on National Flag in 300 words

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Essay on National Flag in 100 words

Our National flag is the pride of our nation. It symbolises the unity of the people of India belonging to different religions. The honour and respect for our country and its national flag should be immense from us. Every country has a national flag. Our National Flag is called ‘Tiranga’ which is based on its appearance as a tricolour. The saffron colour is the topmost, the middle colour is white and the lowermost colour is green. There is a navy blue Ashok Chakra in the middle stripe of white colour which contains 24 equally divided spokes.

Essay on National Flag in 250 words

Our national flag was adopted on July 22nd, 1947, which was some days before the Independence of India i.e. 15th August 1947. The national flag of India is called the Tiranga because it contains 3 colours. The Uppermost colour is saffron which symbolises selflessness and sacrifice. The middle one is white which symbolises the truth. Purity and peace. And the lowermost colour is green which indicates energy and youth. In the middle of the white stripe, there is a navy blue colour Ashok Chakra that is made up of 24 equal spokes. The National flag of India symbolises freedom, pride, honour, and unity. The Ashoka Chakra is a symbol of victory justice and honesty. 

Our national flag not only represents us but also teaches us some lessons such as peace, unity, humanity, etc. It helps us believe in unity and truth. Every year, the Prime Minister of India hoists the National Flag of India on the 15th of August and the same is hoisted by the President of India on the 26th of January. Both of them hoist the flag at the Red Fort which is then followed by an address to the people of India. Our national flag is made of Khadi, which is an article of hand-made clothing that was represented by Mahatma Gandhi. Flying off the national flag made up of clothes other than Khadi is strictly prohibited in our country. We should hoist our National Flag with pride and let the world know about the same.

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Essay on National Flag in 300 words

The national flag of India is also known as the ‘Tiranga Jhanda’. Our national flag was first adopted officially during the meeting of the Constituent Assembly on the 22nd of July, 1947. It was adopted 24 days before the Independence of India which was on 15th August 1947. The National Flag of India was designed by Pingali Venkayya in a horizontal shape containing 3 colours, saffron, white and green, all three were in equivalent proportions and the following sequence, the saffron was the topmost colour, the white in the middle and the green was the lowermost colour. The ratio of width to length in our national flag is 2:3. In the centre of the white strip, there is a navy blue coloured Ashok Chakra which consists of 24 spokes. This is derived from the Pillar of Ashok, Sarnath (Lion Capital of Ashoka).

The significance of the national flag is great to us all. It is the pride of the nation and the pride of every citizen of India as well. All the elements as well as colours used in the national flag have special significance and depict something. The display of the national flag is decided by the flag code of India. After the independence of India, for 52 years, the national flag was not allowed to be displayed by the people, however, this rule was altered later by the flag code 26th January 2002 allowing the use of the national flag at homes, offices, etc on special occasions. The national flag is hoisted on national occasions such as the Republic Day, the Independence Day, etc. It is also hoisted by schools and educational institutions such as universities to inspire students to honour and respect the Indian flag. 

During the same, students take an oath and the national anthem is sung during the unfurling of the flag. Private organisations may also hoist the national flag on special occasions and ceremonial events. Other than Khaki, no one is allowed to display the flag made of any other cloth. It is a punishable offence including fine and even imprisonment. It is also prohibited to intentionally dishonour the national flag or let it touch the ground, floor or trail in the water. It is also important to note that the national flag is displayed at a higher level. Our national flag is the pride of the nation. We should always respect it. 

Ans: Our National flag is the pride of our nation. It symbolises the unity of the people of India belonging to different religions. The honour and respect for our country and its national flag should be immense from us. Every country has a national flag. Our National Flag is called ‘Tiranga’ which is based on its appearance as a tricolour. The saffron colour is the topmost, the middle colour is white and the lowermost colour is green. There is a navy blue Ashok Chakra in the middle stip of white colour which contains 24 equally divided spokes.

Ans: The National flag of India is a symbol that represents India’s freedom as well as its integrity. It represents that India is governed by the people of the country without any foreign interference. The display of the Indian flag is our pride and it is a warning to the invaders. The significance of the national flag is great to us all. It is the pride of the nation and the pride of every citizen of India as well. All the elements as well as colours used in the national flag have special significance and depict something.

Ans: The Nation flag of India is a symbol that represents India’s freedom as well as its integrity. It represents that India is governed by the people of the country without any foreign interference. The display of the Indian flag is our pride and it is a warning to the invaders. Our Nation flag is based on the Swaraj Flag which was designed by Pingali Venakyya. The tricolour display is governed by the Flag code of India and any act of dishonour to the flag is a punishable offence.

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• National Flag Essay for Students in English

Essay on National Flag

'The symbol of the nation'

'The symbol of unity of population'

Here I am talking about the thing which is mighty for all Indians, for which every Indian is mad for serving, it is the only thing for which all Indians think about their religious and caste boundaries. So here the thing I am talking about the national flag of India i.e. TIRANGA (Means the combination of three colours). The history of Tiranga was very old. Mahatma Gandhi first spoke about the need for an Indian flag in 1921. He proposed a flag with the charkha or spinning wheel at the center and if we talk about its look it is not always like that as we have seen today. In the nearby time of 1947, it was of three colours in which saffron is at the top, white is at middle and green is at the bottom. 

In the middle of which there is a charkha that is known as Ashok Chakra. In it saffron represents sacrifice, white represents peace, green color represents progress and charkha represents the spirit of swadeshi. To represent Gandhi Ji’s fight for freedom but nowadays we are seeing it as in the same colours with the same message but with chakra, in place of charkha as the symbol of the wheel of duty with 24 spokes it is the only reason for what designers have put it in the flag. The designer who designed the modern flag is Pingali Venkayya. The flag has been designed on the bases of swaraj flag or the flag of Indian National Congress.

Importance of National Flag: 

It means a lot not only for the officials of the country but also for civilians. But now people are becoming careless day by day as we can easily see on the occasion of any national festival people buy them and move throughout the day with it but the scenario of next day is like that all those flags were lying on the grounds and none of us pick up them but I think it is not our fault it is the fault of being seniors who told us about good jobs, earning, careers but never told us about Saheed Bhagat Singh, Subhash Chandra Bose and many other martyrs who sacrificed their lives to bring independence because if our seniors told us about all of them so then we come to know the value of this flag for raising of which our country had loosed many precious gems.

So now I think that from today we shall take the pledge to respect our national flag and follow all its conveyed messages for the betterment of our country and to raise our national flag at the top of the world and we all know that it is India’s heritage to see all the countries of the world as a family. So that all countries will see India not only as the world leader but also as the father of all countries. As the work of the father is to guide the family members and maintain harmony. India and its flag also get such opportunity and respect and we all know that it is the heritage of India to see the whole world as the family.

Existence Across the World: 

The national flag is a symbol of our country, it gives us the same patriotic feeling where we go and make our country proud. Currently in entertainment zones as well whether you watch any movie it is mandatory to stand for the national anthem to show respect for our country, in schools children sing the national anthem every day followed by their regular prayer, any government and private sector of the organization also hoist flags and pay tribute on those special occasions. 

No matter where we live it’s our integrity towards our nation to celebrate special days i.e. 15 August or 26th January across the world. This shows the love and integrity of India. Our Indian National flag has made a wide existence across the globe. People are making India proud by achieving a good name and fame in various sectors or industries. 

The national flag of any country is not only the symbol of that nation but also the symbol of the unity of its population. The Indian flag is the one emblem that we all look at, and dedicate our lives to serving, in some way or the other; the appearance of the flag makes all caste and religious boundaries disappear. 

The national flag of India is known as the ‘Tiranga’ - for the three colors represented in it, saffron, white, and green. 

It was Mahatma Gandhi in the year 1921 who first spoke of the need for an Indian flag; he always spoke of the need for the spinning wheel or ‘charkha’ on the flag, although the appearance of the flag has changed many times throughout the years. 

Around the year 1947, the flag was mostly finalized - the tricolor, with saffron at the top and green at the bottom, sandwiching the white in the middle with what is known as the Ashoka Chakra upon it. Each element of the flag represents something; the saffron represents sacrifice, white for peace, green for progress, and finally, the charkha represents the spirit of ‘swadeshi’. The main difference made since then is the removal of the charkha and replacing it with the chakra, the wheel of duty with 24 spokes.

The flag as we know it today has been designed by Pingali Venkayya, who based it upon that of the Indian National Congress, or the Swaraj flag.

For every patriot we find today, there was a freedom fighter who helped make it possible for these patriots to shine today. While it is important to focus on our futures, we must remain aware that such a future would not even be possible without the likes of Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Subhas Chandra Bose, and other martyrs who lived and died fighting for the flag and the freedom it represents, and all the opportunities it brings with it for all citizens of India, past, present, and future. 

As students, we must take a pledge to respect our national flag with great veneration, and follow all of its prescribed tenets with temerity. It is us as citizens who can bring India up to its true potential, and secure its place on the world stage. It is up to us to share our heritage, and we can only do it once we ourselves are aware of it

Existence Across the world

The national flag exists to give us a united sense of patriotism wherever we go, as it is the foremost symbol of our country; it is emblematic of what India as a country represents. 

India as a country has made respect for the flag impossible to avoid, and thereby imbibes in people young and old the importance of this one piece of cloth. It is mandatory to stand for the national anthem accompanied by the flag whenever one goes for any movie or concert; children in school sing the national anthem in praise and respect of the country and its flag; flags are hoisted in both public and private spaces, and tributes are often paid.

FAQs on National Flag Essay for Students in English

1. What Do 3 Colours on the Flag Represent? 

The Indian national flag has three colours i.e. saffron, white and green, these all colours signifies courage, sacrifice, peace and faith respectively. And Ashoka Chakra in the centre represents the wheel of the law.

2. Who designed the current Indian National Flag?

Pingali Venkayya was the one who designed the Indian national flag as we know it now, based upon the design of the Swaraj flag, of the Indian National Congress before the time of Independence; this was the design made by Mahatma Gandhi, whose wheel or charkha symbolized the previous Indian goal of becoming self-dependent.

3. What Does Tiranga Symbolize? 

The Tiranga, our National Flag was designed as a symbol of freedom, and the ultimate meaning of the Tiranga is to symbolize independence. The colors of our national flag with equal proportions of the deep saffron color on the top, the white color in the middle and the dark green color at the bottom, all have significant meanings. The saffron stands for courage, sacrifice and the spirit of renunciation. The white stands for purity and truth and the green stands for faith and fertility.

4. What is the Indian flag composed of?

The Indian National flag, also known as the Tricolor or the Tiranga, is composed of the three colors of saffron, white, and green, each representing sacrifice, peace, and progress respectively. At the very center of the flag, in the white shade, lies what is known as the Ashoka Chakra, coloured blue - it is the wheel of duty. 

5. Where can we get sample essays?

Essay writing is important for all school students, especially for those in the junior classes. It is important to be able to practice some of the sample essays to do well in exams. The online portal, Vedantu.com offers important questions along with answers and samples of essays on various topics, and also on ‘The National Flag’,  along with other very helpful study material on essays, that have been formulated in a  well structured, well researched, and easy to understand manner. These study materials and solutions are all important and are very easily accessible from Vedantu.com and can be downloaded for free.

6. What is the Importance of the National Flag?

In modernized India, it is easy to get caught up in urbanity and forget the importance of the national flag; the truth is, it isn’t merely officials who ought to have great reverence for the flag, but all ordinary civilians as well. 

It is not that we aren’t taught about how important this flag is, but we often tend to forget the very symbol of our freedom while taking our freedom for granted. As citizens of India, our Indian national flag represents our past, our present, and even our future. 

Speech on Indian National Flag

The Indian National Flag is a symbol of pride for over a billion people. It represents the values, traditions, and the rich history of India.

Every color and symbol on the flag holds a unique meaning. Knowing about them can help deepen your respect for this national emblem.

1-minute Speech on Indian National Flag

Good day, friends! Today, I am standing here to talk about the Indian National Flag, a symbol of pride and unity.

The Indian National Flag is a horizontal tricolor. At the top, there’s saffron, which means courage and sacrifice. In the middle, there’s white, which stands for peace, truth, and purity. At the bottom, there’s green, symbolizing prosperity and fertility.

In the center of the white band, there’s a navy-blue wheel. This is the Ashoka Chakra, a wheel of law. It has 24 spokes, each signifying a life virtue like love, courage, patience, and so on. It tells us to keep moving forward, no matter how tough the path is.

Our flag is not just a piece of cloth. It’s a reflection of our national identity. It binds us together, irrespective of our religion, caste, or language. When we see the flag flying high, it fills our hearts with pride and respect for our country.

We should treat the flag with honor. It’s not just about saluting it on national holidays. We should respect it every day because it stands for the values that our freedom fighters fought for. It’s a tribute to their bravery and dedication.

In conclusion, the Indian National Flag is a symbol of our freedom, unity, and strength. It is a reminder of our duty towards our country. So, let’s respect it, protect it, and work together to keep its honor high.

Thank you for your attention and remember, our flag flies not because of the wind, but with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.

2-minute Speech on Indian National Flag

Ladies and Gentlemen,

The Indian National Flag, a symbol of pride, unity, and patriotism, holds a special place in our hearts. It is not just a piece of cloth, but a representation of our nation’s sovereignty, its rich history, and the dreams and aspirations of its people. The flag is a beacon of hope, guiding us towards progress and prosperity, reminding us of our duties and responsibilities towards our nation.

The Indian National Flag, fondly called the ‘Tiranga’, meaning ‘tricolour’, has three equal horizontal bands of saffron, white, and green. Each color has a unique significance. The saffron stands for courage and sacrifice. It is a tribute to the brave souls who have laid down their lives for the country. It reminds us that the nation’s well-being is paramount, and sometimes, one needs to make sacrifices for the greater good.

The white band in the middle symbolizes peace and truth. It reminds us that we should always follow the path of truth and maintain peace at all costs. It is a testament to our deep-rooted belief in non-violence and our commitment to maintain harmony among diverse cultures, religions, and languages.

The green strip at the bottom stands for faith and fertility. It represents the fertile land of India and the prosperity it brings to its people. It also signifies our faith in each other and our shared vision of a developed, prosperous nation.

At the center of the white band is the Ashoka Chakra, a 24-spoke wheel in navy blue. It represents the law of dharma, reminding us that truth and virtue should guide our actions. It also symbolizes the idea of motion, indicating that there is no place for stagnation in our lives or in our nation’s progress.

Respecting and honoring the flag is a fundamental duty of every Indian. We should always remember that the flag is not just a symbol, but the collective identity of over a billion people. When we salute the flag, we pay homage to the struggles and sacrifices that have shaped our nation. We celebrate our unity in diversity, our shared history, and our collective dreams for a bright future.

In conclusion, the Indian National Flag is much more than a national symbol. It is a reflection of our past, an affirmation of our present, and a beacon of hope for our future. Let us always respect and uphold the dignity and honor of our beloved tricolor. Let us strive to live up to the ideals it represents, to create an India of our dreams, an India that makes each one of us proud.

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Today's Paper | April 08, 2024

Patriotism: respect the flag.

Independence Day is soon going to be celebrated, with streets and houses being decorated with colourful lights and flags.

Every year Pakistanis observe this day with enthusiasm, but after the Independence Day celebrations of August 14 no one seems to care for the flags that were so proudly flying from every house and pole. They are then found lying on the ground. I have even seen some people and children carelessly stepping on them. This is a great insult of our national flag, which is a symbol of our nation.

I am always shocked to see flags lying on the ground, floating in rain water and torn flags hanging everywhere. If we can’t care for them, why do we buy them? Do people realise that our flag is our identity and pride, and our attitude towards it shows our regard (disregard in this case) for our country?

The show of patriotism on Independence Day by waving and flying the green and white Pakistani flag soon turns into a horrible display of disrespect when the same flags are discarded and left to turn into trash

In some cases, strings of small paper flags of the same design but different colours can be seen being sold in shops. Changing the colours means changing the meaning and significance of our national flag and this is wrong.

This can be because many people also don’t know the meaning and significance of the colours and design of our flag. Our flag is green with a white crescent moon and five-rayed star at its centre, and a vertical white stripe at the hoisting side.

The green colour represents Islam and the Muslim majority in Pakistan and the white stripe represents the minorities. In the centre, the crescent and star symbolises progress and light respectively.

White and green are our identity, the symbol of peace and freedom, and changing its colour is similar to changing our individuality.

The Pakistani flag with a crescent and star is sometimes made with unwanted additions in it, such as the Quaid’s portrait, face of political leaders, etc. Slogans, greetings or other words and phrases are written on it. The worst is adding up of pictures of cartoon characters, which is disrespecting our flag.

Adding to it, sometime children and even elders forget to take care of the national flags after 14th August. These flags are smudged with dirt, lying on a busy roadside, they become discoloured and torn with time and left to become an eyesore.

As only a few days are left in our Independence Day, it is a good time to review how we should show proper respect for our flag. We must make our friends and family aware about the following ways that will ensure that we don’t disrespect the flags we have so lovingly hung to show our love for our country.

• When carrying our flag, always keep it in a vertical position.

• Our flag is never to be used as cloth, a table covering, over a speaker’s platform, or for any decoration in general.

• Our flag should not be used for advertising purposes. Don’t embroider, print on, or cover it with designs, especially if designed for temporary use and then discarded.

• Our flag should not be used for a costume or uniform. You can use a flag patch on the uniform of our military, police, firemen and members of patriotic organisations.

• The design of our flag should never be changed. We shouldn’t put logos, letters, pictures, words, drawings, etc. on it.

• Our flag should never be used to carry, hold or deliver anything.

• Our flag should never touch the ground or any other object lying on ground. Our flag should be cleaned and repaired as necessary.

• Our flag, when it is worn, should be properly disposed. This is through burying in a dignified manner.

Revive patriotism and respect the flag! Long live Pakistan!

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Speech on National Flag on India

The Indian National flag symbolizes freedom of India and it holds great respect and honor in the mind and heart of every Indian and it is of high importance to all of us. It is important that we know everything about the Indian National flag and represent it in high regards. National flag is hoisted on major national occasions and you may be required to give speech on the national flag on one of these occasions.

Long and Short Speech on National Flag in English

Here we have shared some samples of Indian National Flag Speeches for the wide range of students, which can be taken as an example.

Our long speech on national flag is a good reference point for occasions like Republic Day, Independence Day, etc; while the short speech on national flag can be used in essay writing/recitation competition, etc.

The language of all the national flag of India speech is kept extremely simple and the content is highly informative and fresh for you to prepare your own speeches.

Indian National Flag Speech 1 – Short Speech

Good morning principal sir, teachers and friends. I _______ from class _____ will speak today on National Flag.

The flag is also called Tiranga in Hindi. It is a symbol of free India. Tiranga has three colors – saffron, white and green. There is also an Ashoka Wheel at the centre. Wheel is blue in colour with 24 spokes.

We are proud to have the Tiranga as our flag. It looks very beautiful in sun. Always raise the flag high. Never misuse the tiranga in anyway. We respect our national flag and also love it.

Thank You! Happy Independence Day!

Indian National Flag Speech 2 – Short Speech

Good Morning Principal Sir, teachers and my dear friends. I am ______ from Class _____ section____. Today I am going to give short speech on national flag.

The National Flag of India is also called tricolor or tiranga. It was adopted on 22 nd July 1947 by the Assembly. After freedom it became our national flag.

Tiranga was based on Swaraj Flag. Swaraj flag was designed by a freedom fighter Pingali Venkayya. He was from Tamil Nadu. The Swaraj flag was first flown by Chacha Nehru.

The tricolor has seen many freedom fights. It had the respect and love of our freedom fighters. Tiranga was like a trophy to freedom fighters. They died to save Tiranga from British rule. We also must love and respect the flag.

It is the symbol of our freedom. It must always held high. Raise it high and say. Jai Hind!!

Thank you! Happy Independence Day to all!!

Indian National Flag Speech 3 – Short Speech

Respected Principal, teachers, staff members and my dear friends. I take this opportunity while we have gathered to celebrate Independence Day, to speak about the very symbol of this independence. Any guesses? Well, it’s obvious that I am talking about the national flag of India, or the tricolor or the tiranga as it is commonly called.

The tiranga not only signifies independence, but also the courage, unity, prosperity of the people as well as tranquility, fertility and serenity of the motherland. It is an indication that we are free and united and always on guard against any external invasion.

It’s appropriate for me, at the moment to speak on the design and construction of the Tricolor. The constructional details and the design of the tricolor are governed by the Flag code of India. The national flag is made up from khadi cloth and is rectangular in shape.

The length to breadth ratio of the flag is 3:2. It must be divided equally into three horizontal stripes of saffron, white and green colors from top to bottom respectively. The white stripe has a 24 spokes Ashoka chakra in middle.

Before I conclude my speech, I want us all to pledge for maintaining the dignity of national flag and to display it with due honour and respect in our premises. Thank You and Jai Hind!!

Indian National Flag Speech 4 – Short Speech

Greetings to all the respected guests, teachers, my schoolmates and members of the non teaching staff. Today I have the privilege of speaking to you, on a very significant symbol of the country – the Indian National Flag or the tricolor, as it is called owing to the three colors it has.

Tricolor is a symbol of our freedom and represents our pride and honour. Beautifully fluttering tricolors over the buildings of government and non government institutions indicate that India is a free nation with its own rule of law and where felling of patriotism and nationalism is predominant among the masses.

The tricolor is indeed a symbol of national pride, but also represents essential qualities of its people and motherland. Saffron on top represents courage and sacrifice, white in the middle represents peace, and green stripe in the bottom is a symbol of prosperity and fertility. The 24 spokes blue Ashoka Chakra in the middle represents the eternal wheel of law.

All in all, the tricolor sums up all the characteristics of the motherland and its people in a rectangular piece of Khadi cloth.

I must mention here that until 2002, the display of national flag by private members of public was prohibited by the law. Further, giving decision on a petition filed by a private member of the public, the Supreme Court ordered the government of India to make necessary Amendment in this regard. Consequently the flag code of India was amended, effecting from 26 th January 2002, allowing members of public to display it in their houses and offices with stipulated rules and regulations. Thank You!!

Indian National Flag Speech 5

Respected Teachers and Dear Students – Welcome to the 10 th annual sports week of our school! I feel immense pleasure to inform you all that this time the sports week concludes on 22 nd July, which is also Indian National Flag Day.

So, I would like to speak on national flag today. India is our motherland and our National Flag holds great importance for each and every Indian. It is a matter of great honour for all of us to be a part of India and our national flag symbolizes unity, since people of various religions live with harmony and peace here. Everyone knows that the Indian national flag is equally divided in 3 colours, i.e. Saffron, White and Green, but did you know that Saffron colour was included in the design to honour Hinduism and green colour to respect Muslim religion.

Later white strip was included to honour all other religions since India is the land to people belonging to different religions, castes and colours. In fact, the name ‘Tiranga’ has been given to our national flag since it has 3 colours’ stripes in it. The White stripe has a navy blue coloured ‘Ashok Chakra’ that has 24 fairly divided spokes. The Saffron colour also symbolizes selflessness and sacrifice; White colour purity and truth and the Green colour energy. The ‘Ashok Chakra’ in the centre signifies true victory of justice and honesty.

National flag is not only the symbol of independent India but also signify us as proud Indians. Our national flag also symbolizes unity, peace, pride and freedom. On every national occasion, the national flag is hoisted by the government officers; however, civilians in India can also display the flags on occasions. Our national flag is not only hoisted in government offices, but also in schools, colleges and all other educational establishments on the occasions of Independence Day, Republic Day and all other national functions.

While it feels immense proud to see the national flag fluttering high on occasions such as Independence Day, Republic Day, etc.; it feels all the more proud to see the Indian national flag fluttering in foreign lands when various sports persons make our country proud by winning international games such as Olympics, Commonwealth, ASIAN Games, etc.

It is not only delight to see the sportsmen running across the field, holding the Indian national flag in their hands; it also makes us feel proud to be Indians. The sportsmen hold and kiss the flag proudly and bow down their heads in front of the flag; such importance has been given to the national flag. Almost all schools in India teach children at very young age about the national flag, about how it came into being and how was it designed. The Indian national flag teaches all of us to live with harmony and peace; respect humanity and be united. It describes that truth always prevails and no matter how much hardships you undergo, honesty and truth always win in the end.

Dear students, you are the future of our country and I am seeing many emerging sports persons in you and I am hoping to see some of you carrying our national flag and running across foreign lands after being victorious in some international games. No matter how much successful you become, be always grounded and respect our national flag.

Wish you all the very best and Thank You!

Indian National Flag Speech 6

Dear Friends – Thank you for being a part of the occasion; I am going to speak on the national flag today!

Our country became independent on this very day. As we all know that India became independent after the struggle of numerous freedom fighters those sacrificed their lives for freeing the nation. On 15th Aug 1947, India got independence from the British and just few days before the independence, our national flag was adopted, i.e. on 22nd July 1947. A meeting of constituent assembly was held as a symbol of triumph and unity and so was our national flag designed accordingly.

Our national flag is the symbol of inspiration and courage for us and it reminds us of the sacrifices done by our respected freedom fighters. The national flag is highly honored by all the Indians and it is also the symbol of pride and self respect. The time was very difficult when India was under the rule of British and attaining freedom was very difficult. Thus it required sacrifices and determination of several leaders and common men, women and children to achieve freedom. Thus, it is the duty of every Indian to respect our national flag and never let it down by our acts and deeds in India and in foreign countries.

The length and width ratio of our national flag is 3:2. Our national flag, popularly called as the ‘Tricolor’ and ‘Tiranga Jhanda’ is equally divided in 3 colors horizontally, i.e. Saffron on the top, White in the middle and Green at the bottom. There is an Ashok Chakra in Navy Blue colour with 24 spokes embedded in the middle White portion. All these colors and the Chakra and spokes contain their own significance. While Saffron symbolizes devotion & renunciation; white signifies peace & harmony and green indicates youth & energy. The Ashoka Chakra, also known as the Dharma Chakra, is influenced by the king Ashoka the Great and signifies peace & gallantry.

The Indian national flag is made from ‘Khadi’ fabric, specially spun with hand, inspired by the great Mahatma Gandhi. The flag is considered sacred and it is severely prohibited in India to hoist flag constructed of any other fabric than Khadi and the manufacturing procedures and designing stipulations are guided by the ‘Department/Bureau of Indian Standards’.

The display and use of the Indian national flag is guided and governed by the ‘Prevention of Improper Use Act, 1950’ and the ‘Prevention of Insults to National Honor Act, 1971’. Another practice called ‘Flag Code of India’ was also established in the year 2002 to administer all the practices, laws, instructions and conventions to honor and respect the national flag. While the design of the Indian national flag was first proposed by the Pingali Venkayya; it was first offered by the Mahatma Gandhi in the year 1921 to the INC (Indian National Congress). It is said that the colors saffron and green were adopted in the design to symbolize respect for the religions Hinduism and Islam; however, a white strip was later added in the center with a spinning wheel to mark honor to other religions too.

I thus appeal to every Indian that we must, irrespective of any caste, creed or religion, respect our national flag and feel proud to be Indians.

Indian National Flag Speech 7

Dear Friends – Welcome to the 4 th annual function of our school!

I thank you, first of all for being a part of our annual function. Each year, I choose a topic that instills feeling of patriotism in my students and each visitor. This year, I would like to speak on our National Flag.

I am sure you all know that our national flag is also called ‘Tiranga’ because it is equally and horizontally divided in 3 parts and colors, i.e. saffron, white and green. But, do you know that prior to achieving independence; several flags were fabricated to lead the Independence Movement of India to attain independence from the British? The current design of the national fag was finally adopted since it not only honoured Hinduism and Muslims; it also respected all other religions in India.

Now-a-day, you all see the national flag being hoisted by civilians as well, but it was prohibited earlier and only the government officers were allowed to hoist the national flag during national events. Today, even common people are allowed to display the national flag on their premises, in their cars and other vehicles, as a badge on their chest, etc. Displaying of national flag makes people feel proud to be Indians since our national flag symbolizes unity and harmony and it is the duty of each Indian to respect the national flag and ensure not to let its admiration go down, especially in foreign lands.

Our National flag is so designed that it respects people of every religion be it Hindu, Muslim or of other religion. All the colors, i.e. Saffron, White, Green and Blue, the strips, cloth and the chakra used in the national flag have their own significance. You must not be aware that until 52 years post India’s independence, no common people were allowed to display the National Flag; however the rule got altered and ‘The Flag code of India’ was introduced on 26 th  Jan 2002 that guides the display and use of national flag by civilians and government officials. The code allowed the use of flag at offices, homes and factories on special occasions such as Independence Day, Republic Day, etc.

It is especially displayed in schools, colleges and other educational institutions such as coaching centers, sports camps, universities, scout camps, etc. for inspiring young students to honour and respect the Indian Flag and feel proud to be Indian. Many students sing national anthem and patriotic songs and take oath while hoisting the national flag. While common people are allowed to hoist the flag on special events; it is prohibited to exhibit the national flag for any personal gains or to provoke communal riots.

You must know that no one is allowed to exhibit the national flag constructed of any other cloth than ‘Khadi’; it’s considered crime punishable with fine and imprisonment. You can display the flag from sunrise to sunset (morning till evening) in any weather. It is also banned to dishonour the national flag intentionally or keep it on the ground or floor or tail in water. It must also not be used as a covering to shield the back, bottom or top of any vehicle such as boat, car, aircraft, trains, etc. whilst you can hoist the flag on the top of these vehicles to display your pride and admiration for your motherland.

In the end, I would say, feel proud to be an Indian and respect your National flag.

Indian National Flag Speech 8

Very Good Morning Friends!

Our school has completed 5 years today and like every year, this year too, the school has organized the speech competition. I would like to speak on ‘National Flag’ today.

Our National Flag, also called ‘Tiranga’, is the pride of the nation. It is one of the most integral and significant part of our free and Republic India since it symbolizes the sovereignty of India and is respected by every citizen. Though, it is displayed in all government premises of India; it is the tradition to unfurl the national flag on national occasions such as Republic Day, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanti, etc.

Our National Flag represents the true civilization, culture and history of India. The flowing flag is the symbol of liberty; in fact, every free nation must have its own national flag. Our national flag reminds us of the sacrifices and contribution made by all the freedom fighters to liberate our nation from the British. It is called ‘Tiranga’ because it is made up of three colors divided horizontally and equally – ‘Saffron on the top, White in middle and Green at the bottom.

While saffron symbolizes selflessness, courage and altruism; white colour symbolizes peace, purity and truth and green colour symbolizes the nature and soil and encourage us to remain grounded. Our national flag also inspires the leaders to remain indifferent towards artificial things and serve the nation and its people with honesty, selflessly and sincerely.

Engraved in the center of the White colour is the ‘Ashoka Chakra’ with 24 spokes colored in Blue. It is the symbol of ‘Dharma’ or the Law and signifies that the law, virtue or Dharma must be the foremost guiding principles of everyone in the nation. It also symbolizes the motion, thereby inspiring to move constantly in life despite hardships and challenges.

The National Flag of India has certain codes that guide each citizen to respect and uphold the honor of our national flag. There are certain rules and guiding principles suggesting that strict action would be taken against those who would mistreat the national flag. It is a punishable offense to display the national flag made of any other fabric than ‘Khadi’ or hand-spun fabric. The national flag can be held and displayed during processions; however, it must be carried only on the right side of bearer’s shoulder and it must be borne in front of the March past or procession.

While carrying the national flag, it must be held high always and must not be bowed down before anything at any cost. It is punishable to place any other flag above the national flag. Also, no other flag can be placed to the right of the Tiranga. People present in the assembly must always pay respect and stand attentively and salute while passing the national flag in a moving column. The national flag should be flown at half mast if the death of the President, VP (Vice-president) and the PM (Prime Minister) occurs during their serving period. Half mast flag signifies mourning.

I would rest my speech on the note that our national flag is the matter of our pride and we must uphold its respect and dignity at any cost. It must be displayed high always since it reminds us of the sacrifices made by many freedom fighters and thus this freedom is very costly for us.

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Essay on National Flag of India for Students and Children

500 words essay on national flag of india.

A flag is the most important symbol of a country. Similarly, the national flag of India is a symbol of paramount significance for India. The national flag of India is a symbol of honour, patriotism, and freedom for the country. It represents the unity of the people of India in spite of the differences in language, culture, religion, class, etc. Most noteworthy, the Indian flag is a horizontal rectangular tricolour. Furthermore, the flag of India consists of saffron, white, and green.

History of the National Flag of India

The proposal of the flag to the Indian National Congress was made by Mahatma Gandh i in 1921. Furthermore, the flag was designed by Pingali Venkayya. In the centre of the flag was a traditional spinning wheel. Then a modification of the design took place to include a white stripe in the centre. This modification took place for other religious communities and also to create a background for the spinning wheel.

To avoid the sectarian associations with the colour scheme, the experts chose three colours. Most noteworthy, these three colours were saffron, white, and green. The colour saffron represents courage and sacrifice. Furthermore, the colour white denotes peace and truth. Moreover, the colour green symbolizes faith and chivalry.

A specially constituted Constituent Assembly, a few days before the independence, made an important decision. Furthermore, this decision was that the Indian flag must be acceptable to all communities and parties. Nevertheless, there was no change in the colours of the flag of India. However, there was replacement of the charkha by the Asoka chakra. Moreover, this Asoka chakra represents the eternal wheel of law.

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Display of the National Flag of India

The rules say that when two flags are fully spread out horizontally on a wall behind a podium, their hoists must be towards each other. Furthermore, the saffron stripes should be uppermost. When the flag display is on a short flagpole, then the mounting should be at an angle to the wall. Moreover, the angle is such that the flag is draped tastefully from it. When flags display occurs on crossed staffs, then hoist should be towards each other.

One must never use the national flag of India to cover tables, lecterns, podiums or buildings. When the display of the flag takes place indoors, then it must always be on the right. This is because; right is the position of authority. Furthermore, the flag must always be on the speaker’s right hand, when the display of flag occurs next to a speaker. Most noteworthy, whenever the display of flag takes place, it should be completely spread out.

In conclusion, the national flag of India is the pride of our nation. Furthermore, the flag of India represents the sovereignty of the country. Most noteworthy, it is a moment of sheer proudness and happiness for every Indian to watch the national flag flying. The national flag of India certainly deserves the utmost respect of every citizen of India.

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1-2 Minute Speech about the national flag

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Good Morning, Most reputable principal, respected teachers and loved friends. I am here to speak a few words on our National flag.

The national flag of India is made up of three rectangular strips of three different colours. These colours are saffron, white and green. The uppermost is saffron, the white one in the middle and green is at the lowermost. A wheel having 24 spokes is situated at the centre of the flag.

All three colours and the wheel depicts different meanings. The saffron colour is a symbol of strength and sacrifice. The white colour signifies peace and truth. The third, Green colour refers to the fertility, growth and auspiciousness of the land. While the wheel is a symbol of Dharma Chakra.

Thank You! I hope you liked my words.

2 Minute Speech On the National Flag Of India

Good Morning

Before heading ahead to my speech on the national flag- The pride of the nation, I would like to wish you all the best wishes and also want to pay thanks for having me this valuable opportunity.

A flag is a symbol of a country that helps it to be identified by other countries. Every nation has a distinctive flag that signifies its culture and importance. The Indian flag also has its own identification and significance. The flag of India is also called “Tiranga” or “Tricolour”. This is because it comprises three colours.

These three colours are saffron, white and green. All three colours depict three different meanings. The Indian flag also has a wheel in the centre of the flag. This wheel is called the “Ashoka chakra” which represents the wheel of the law of dharma, Truth or Satya.

The saffron colour is a symbol of strength and sacrifice. The white colour signifies peace and truth. The third, Green colour refers to the fertility, growth and auspiciousness of the land. The wheel in the centre has 24 spokes representing 24 hours explaining  the importance of time.

To sum it up, The flag of India is the pride of the nation. It depicts Indian culture well. Every countryman should understand the significance of their national flag and show the utmost respect to it.

This is what I wanted to say. I hope you liked my words. Thank you!

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Essay on National Flag of India in English for Children and Students

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The Indian National Flag is a symbol of India’s freedom and its integrity. It symbolizes that the nation is governed by its people, without foreign interference. Prideful display of the Flag demarcates Indian territories and acts as a warning to the invaders. The National Flag of India is a rectangular Tricolor with three horizontal stripes of saffron, white and green, from top to bottom.

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In the middle of the white stripe is an impression of the Ashoka Wheel of Ashoka Chakra printed in blue. The Flag is based on Swaraj Flag, designed by Pingali Venkayya. Saffron represents courage and sacrifice; white symbolizes peace; green represents fertility and prosperity. The Flag code of India governs the tricolor display, and any act of dishonor to the National Flag is a punishable offense.

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Long and Short Essay on the National Flag of India in English

The National Flag of India is a symbol of honor and freedom for the country. It is of great significance to us. We should respect and know everything about our National Flag.

Here we have provided some simple, long, short essays on Indian National Flag. These Indian National Flag Essay are written in simple language so they can be easily memorized and presented whenever needed.

After going through the essays, you will know the history of our National Flag and its significance in keeping the nation united.

You can select any of the below-given essays and present them in your school or college speech debates or essay writing competitions.

Essay on National Flag of India 100 Words

India is our country, and our National Flag is very important to all of us. Our national Flag is the symbol of unity for the people of different religions. We should honour and respect our country and its national Flag. Every independent country must have a national flag. Our national Flag is the tricolor, also called Tiranga. The topmost colour of our national Flag is saffron, the middle one is white, and the lowermost color is green. The middle strip of white colour contains a navy blue Ashok Chakra having 24 equally divided spokes.

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National Flag of India Essay 150 Words

The National Flag is our unique identity as a citizen of an independent nation. Every independent nation has its unique Flag. Our national Flag is a symbol of unity and freedom. The national Flag is hoisted on every national occasion by the government official; however, Indian citizens are also allowed to fly the national Flag on some occasions.

It is hosted in the government offices, schools, and other educational institutions on Republic Day , Independence Day, and other national events. Indian national Flag was first time adopted on July 22 nd , 1947. Our national Flag is a beautifully designed tricolour flag known as Tiranga. It is made up of hand-made Khadi clothes. It is completely restricted to making the Indian Flag using clothes other than the Khadi. The topmost colour of the national Flag is saffron, middle white, and lower deep green. Saffron colour symbolizes sacrifice and selflessness, white colour truth and purity, and green youth and energy.

Essay on National Flag of India 200 Words

The national Flag of India was adopted on the 22 nd of July in 1947, some days after the independence of India on the 15 th of August, 1947, from British rule. The Indian national Flag contains three colours and is thus also called the Tiranga. The uppermost saffron colour indicates sacrifice and selflessness, the middle white indicates truth, peace, and purity, and the lowermost green indicates youth and energy. The middle white colour contains a navy blue colour Ashoka Chakra with 24 equal spokes. Our national flag symbolizes freedom, pride, unity, and honour. Ashok Chakra indicates the real victory of honesty and justice.

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Our national Flag teaches us the lesson of unity, peace, and humanity. It helps us to believe in the truth and unity. It is hoisted every year by the Indian prime Minister of India on the 15 th of August and by the President of India on the 26 th of January. However, it is hoisted by both of them at Red Fort, followed by an address to the people of India. Our national Flag is made up of khadi clothes, hand-made clothe initiated by Mahatma Gandhi. Our country strictly prohibits flying a national flag made up of clothes other than Khadi.

National Flag of India Essay 250 Words

India got independence after long years of struggle of more than thousands of brave Indian freedom fighters. India got freedom on the 15 th of August in 1947 from British rule. Some days before the independence of India, the national Flag of India was adopted on the 22 nd of July in 1947 (in the constituent assembly meeting) as a symbol of unity and great triumph. Our national is tricolour, so-called Tiranga Zanda. Our national Flag is courage and inspiration for us. It makes us remember the sacrifices of our great Indian freedom fighters. It makes us remember how tough that moment was for them. Getting freedom was not so easy. We should always respect our Flag and never let it go down for our motherland.

Our national Flag is horizontally designed using tricolour strips of saffron, white and green. The middle white portion has navy blue Ashok Chakra with 24 spokes. All three colours, Ashok Chakra and 24 spokes have meaning and significance. The uppermost Saffron colour symbolizes devotion and renunciation. The middle white color indicates peace and harmony. And the lowermost green colour indicates youth and energy. However, the Ashoka Chakra (means Wheel of Ashoka) symbolizes peace and courage.

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Our national Flag comprises khadi clothes, a special hand-spun cloth initiated by Mahatma Gandhi. The Bureau of Indian Standards handles all the manufacturing processes and design specifications. It is strictly forbidden in our country to use the Flag of other clothes instead of Khadi.

National Flag of India Essay 300 Words

Our national Flag is also called the Tiranga Jhanda as it has three colours. It contains tricolour horizontal stripes of uppermost saffron, middle white, and lowermost green. The middle white strip contains a navy blue Ashoka Chakra (also called Dharma Chakra) in its centre. The present-time Indian national Flag was officially adopted in the Constituent Assembly meeting on the 22 nd of July in 1947. The ratio of length and width of the Indian Flag is 3:2.

Prevention of Improper Use Act, 1950 and the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971 both govern the national Flag’s use and display. The Flag Code of India was established in 2002 to govern all the laws, practices, conventions, and instructions to respect and honour the Indian Flag. Mahatma Gandhi first proposed the Indian national Flag in 1921 to the Indian National Congress. Pingali Venkayya first designed our national Flag. It is considered that the saffron and green strip were decided to honour both religions like, Hindu and Muslim. Later a white strip was added in the middle with a spinning wheel in the centre to symbolize respect for other religions.

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Before the independence of India, various Indian flags were designed to precede the Indian Independence Movement to get freedom from the British rulers. Finally, the present design of the nation was officially adopted. Earlier, the display of the national Flag was prohibited by the common public, and government officials only displayed it during any national event; however, later, it allowed the common public to display the national Flag on their premises. It symbolizes unity and honour to our motherland, so we should always respect our national Flag and never let its honour go down.

Essay on National Flag of India 400 Words

The National Flag of India is also known as the Tiranga Jhanda. It was first officially adopted during the meeting of the Constituent Assembly on July 22 nd , 1947. It was adopted 24 days before the independence of India from British rule. Pingali Venkayya designed it. It was designed in a horizontal shape with three saffron colors, white and green, in equivalent proportions: the upper saffron colour, white middle, and lower dark green colours. Our national Flag contains a 2:3 ratio of width and length. In the centre, a navy blue wheel having 24 spokes is designed in the middle white strip. Ashoka Chakra was taken from the pillar of the Ashok, Sarnath (Lion Capital of Ashoka).

Our national Flag is of great significance to all of us. All the colours, strips, wheels, and clothing used in the Flag have special significance. The flag code of India decides the use and display of the national Flag. Till 52 years after the independence of India, the national Flag was not allowed to display by the people; however, later, the rule was altered (according to the flag code 26 th January 2002) to use the Flag at homes, offices, and factories on any special occasion. National Flag is hoisted on national occasions like Republic day, Independence day, etc. It is also displayed in schools and educational institutions (colleges, universities, sports camps, scout camps, etc.) to inspire the students to honour and respect the Indian Flag.

Students take an oath and sing the national anthem while unfurling the national Flag in the schools and colleges. Public and private organization members may also hoist the Flag on any occasion, ceremonial event, etc. It is restricted to displaying the national Flag for communal or personal gains. Nobody is allowed to display a flag made of other clothes. Otherwise, it is a punishment of imprisonment and a fine. National Flag can be flown from morning till evening (sunrise to sunset) in any weather. It is prohibited to intentionally dishonor the national Flag or touch it on the ground, floor or trail in the water. It should not be used to cover any vehicle’s top, bottom, sides, or back, like a car, boat, train, or aircraft. On Flag other than the Indian should be displayed at a higher level.

Essay on Importance of National Flag of India 600 Words

The National Flag of India, fondly known as Tiranga, is the nation’s pride. It is an important and integral part of the Republic of India. It represents the sovereignty of the country and is respected by its citizens. It is flown on all the government buildings in India. It is a ritual to hoist the national Flag of India at national festivals such as Independence Day, Republic Day, and Gandhi Jayanti.

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Importance of the Indian National Flag

The National Flag of India reflects its culture, civilization, and history. The Flag flowing in the air is a symbol of freedom. It reminds the Indian citizens of the sacrifices made by the freedom fighters to free our country from British tyranny. It also inspires them to be humble and value the freedom and independence they have attained after much struggle.

The Indian national Flag is referred to as Tiranga, consisting of three colours -Saffron, White, and Green. The saffron colour on the top symbolizes indifference, meaning our leaders must remain indifferent towards materialistic things. Serving the nation should be on the top of their priority list, and they must do their work selflessly. The white colour in the middle represents truth and purity, which means we must always follow the path of truth and right conduct. The green colour at the bottom symbolizes soil and nature and reminds us to stay grounded in our roots.

The Ashoka Chakra printed in the middle of the Flag on the white portion is a symbol of the law of Dharma. It means that Dharma or virtue must be the main guiding principles of those who serve the nation. It is also a motion symbol and inspires me to keep moving in life irrespective of the challenges and hardships.

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History of the Indian National Flag

Mahatma Gandhi came up with the idea of a flag for the Indian National Congress in 1921, when the struggle for Indian independence was still going on. The Flag had a spinning wheel printed in the middle, symbolizing Bapu’s goal of making the citizens of India self-reliant by spinning and fabricating clothes. The design of the Flag evolved and improvised with time. On India’s independence, the Flag was modified further, and the spinning wheel was replaced by the Ashoka Chakra, the eternal wheel of law.

Code of Indian National Flag

The citizens of India are expected to respect and keep the honour of the country’s national Flag. A set of rules have been put in place against the mistreatment of the national Flag. Some of these are as follows:

• Flying the Tiranga made of any material other than Khadi or hand-spun cloth is punishable by law.
• The Flag can be carried during processions but must be borne only on the right shoulder of the bearer. Secondly, it must always be carried in front of the procession.
• The Flag must always be held high and not lowered before anything.
• No other flag can be placed above the Tri-colour, nor can it be placed to its right.
• Whenever the Flag is in a moving column, the people present must stand in attention and pay respect by saluting as it passes them.
• The Flag must be flown at half mast to signify mourning. It is flown half-mast across the nation in case of the death of the President, Vice-president, and Prime Minister during their duty period.

Our National Flag is our pride. We must uphold its dignity even if it is at the cost of our lives. It must always flow high as it is a symbol of the freedom that was earned after years of struggle and sacrifices.

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Speech On National Flag | National Flag Speech for Students and Children in English

Speech On National Flag:  All free nations across the world has their flag. It forms an important symbol for the country. The Indian flag has paramount significance. It symbolizes freedom, patriotism and a sense of unity, among the people despite the diversity in its culture and religion.

It is a tricoloured flag, and each colour has its significance. It was made based on the Swaraj flag. It forms a fundamental part of republican India and denotes a sign of sovereignty and harmony and is respected by every Indian citizen.

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Long And Short Speeches On National Flag for Kids And Students in English

We are providing a long Speech On National Flag of 500 words and a short Speech On National Flag of 150 words along with ten lines on the same topic for the readers.

These given speeches will be helpful for the students who might be requested to deliver a speech regarding the national flag.

A Long Speech On National Flag is helfpul to students of classes 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12. A Short Speech On National Flag is helpful to students of classes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.

Long Speech On National Flag 500 Words In English

Good morning to my honourable Principal, my respected teachers and my friends.

I am (your name), and I have been given the opportunity to deliver a speech on the national flag.

Being an Indian citizen, I am extremely proud of my country. Its rich culture, diversity in language and religion and unity of the people makes India different from other countries across the world.

The national flag came into existence during India’s national struggle for freedom. The flag had to undergo different changes and was finally selected to what it is today. It was Mahatma Gandhi who first proposed an Indian flag to the Indian National Congress in the year 1921. During a meeting of the Constituent Assembly on 22nd July 1947, the Indian flag was finally introduced.

The Indian flag is also called the “Tricolour”. It is a horizontal flag and is equally divided into three colours. Orange or Kesari colour is at the top, white colour in the middle and green at the bottom. Each colour denotes some significance. The top orange colour indicates the strength of the country. White signifies peace and truthfulness, green shows fertility of the soil and growth of the land.

A navy-blue wheel which is called the Ashoka Chakra is situated at the center of the white band. The wheel carries twenty-four spokes and is a depiction of the Dharma Chakra. It has been named so because it occurs on several edicts of Ashoka and the most prominent among them is the Lion Capital of Ashoka.

The flag is made up of khadi material which was popularised by Mahatma Gandhi during his call for the “Swadeshi Movement” and was designed by Pingali Venkayya. The measurement of the length and the width of the flag is two to three and is horizontal in shape. The Karnataka Khadi was the sole maker of the flag in the past years.

The national flag has significant importance in all our lives. We pay respect to our flag by saluting when it is hoisted. It is the way we show our respect and patriotism to our country. The national flag represents our identity and is a matter of pride for every citizen.

As per the Indian Flag Code 2002, there lies no restriction of the national flag to be flown by ordinary citizens, government or different private and educational institutions. No citizen has the right to misuse the national emblem, and this has been strictly mentioned in the “Act 1950”.

The display of the flag holds certain rules. It should be displayed on the right side always because right denotes the position of authority. Showing disrespect and disregard to the national flag is a grave offence and can be punishable.

It is a moment of utmost pride when one sees the national flag flying. It deserves to be respected and honoured by every citizen since the national flag is a sign of our country’s sovereignty.

Short Speech On National Flag 150 Words In English

Good morning to our honourable Principal, my respected teachers and my dear friends.

I am (your name), and I have been selected to deliver a speech on the national flag.

Our national flag is also called the “Tricolour” since it is divided into three horizontal bands with three colours- saffron, white and green. Each colour has its importance. Saffron is placed at the top, with white in the middle and green at the bottom.

A dark blue circle is present in the middle of the white band called the Ashoka Chakra taken from the Ashoka Pillar at Sarnath. The diameter of the circle is the same as the white band. It has twenty-four spokes, and the spokes denote twenty-four hours of a day. It means we should keep moving on in life.

Respecting the flag means respecting the country. We must respect and value the morals and symbols of the heritage of our country.

10 Lines On National Flag Speech In English

• The Indian Constituent Assembly put forward the National Flag Of India as the Flag of Dominion of India in the year 1947 on 22nd July.
• The flag was again retained as the Flag Republic India in the year 1950 on 26th January when the constitution of India came into existence.
• The national flag of a country brings out its culture, its diversity as well as its spiritual inclinations.
• The national flag symbolizes pride for a country’s land and its unity in diversity.
• Pingali Venkayya has designed the Indian flag at Machilipatnam along with the flag of the Indian National Congress.
• The Ashoka Chakra represents the Eternal Wheel of Law.
• Pingali Venkayya was also a freedom fighter.
• The national flag symbolizes Independence.
• The Indian flag was first hoisted in a foreign country by Madam Bhikaji Cama.
• The national flag reached the peak of Mount Everest on 29th May 1953.

FAQ’s On Speech On National Flag

Question 1. What is the importance of the national flag?

Answer: The national flag of India is a symbol of freedom. It is horizontal in shape and has three bands of colours. The top band is saffron in colour denoting courage. The white band in the middle symbolizes peace and honesty and the green band at the bottom shows fertility and auspiciousness of the soil. The Ashoka Chakra with twenty-four spokes denotes the eternal wheel of law.

Question 2. Why is the national flag made of Khadi material?

Answer: Mahatma Gandhi popularised the Swadeshi movement where all foreign cloths were boycotted, and only handwoven material was used by the Indians, and thus to support Swadeshi, the Indian flag was made up of Khadi material.

Question 3. What is the meaning of 24 spokes on Ashoka Chakra?

Answer: The Ashoka Chakra has 24 spokes which inspire every Indian citizen to work tirelessly for 24 hours a day.

Question 4. What does the first, second and third speak in the Ashoka Chakra symbolize?

Answer: The first spoke in the Ashoka Chakra stands for chastity, which is an inspiration to live a simple life. The second spoke symbolizes the health of both body, and the mind and the third spoke denotes peace, which is to maintain a sense of peace and harmony.

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Biden Proclaimed Easter Sunday as Transgender Day of Visibility?

It is possible for two things to happen on one day., nur ibrahim, published april 1, 2024.

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Biden issued a proclamation naming March 31, 2024, the Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV). He issued the same proclamation on the same date, March 31, every year since 2021. In 2024, the date happened to coincide with Easter Sunday, a moveable holiday that shifts dates annually based on the spring equinox.

On March 29, 2024, U.S. President Joe Biden issued a proclamation declaring March 31, 2024, the Transgender Day of Visibility — that is, he formally recognized the day as one to dedicated to celebrating the transgender community. The day also happened to be Easter Sunday.

Numerous anti-Biden  media outlets , internet commentators and pundits claimed Biden committed " blasphemy " by issuing the Transgender Day of Visibility proclamation on Easter Sunday. For instance, former U.S. President Donald Trump's campaign said in a statement , "It is appalling and insulting that Joe Biden's White House […] formally proclaimed Easter Sunday as 'Trans Day of Visibility." 

Donald Trump Jr. also tweeted : "They want people worshipping the trans flag instead of god." 

The above statements were misleading. While they referenced a genuine document from the White House, people started recognizing Transgender Day of Visibility annually on March 31 since at least 2010 — including Biden, who has been issuing such proclamations as president since 2021 . The date for Easter Sunday, however, shifts each year. It  falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon that follows the spring equinox, according to long-standing Christian tradition.

In addition to the Transgender Day of Visibility proclamation, Biden is a devout Catholic and has frequently spoken publicly about his faith. On Easter Sunday 2024, he issued this  statement : "Jill and I send our warmest wishes to Christians around the world celebrating Easter Sunday. Easter reminds us of the power of hope and the promise of Christ's Resurrection." 

The overlap of Easter and the Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) in 2024 was entirely coincidental. There was no evidence of a Biden-led effort to make sure Easter fell on the same day as TDOV so he could recognize the latter over the former. We reached out to the White House asking for its response to that claim, and we will update this report when, or if, it answers us.

Biden's official White House statement  with the proclamation, released on March 29, 2024, said: 

Today, we send a message to all transgender Americans:  You are loved.  You are heard.  You are understood.  You belong.  You are America, and my entire Administration and I have your back. NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 31, 2024, as Transgender Day of Visibility.  I call upon all Americans to join us in lifting up the lives and voices of transgender people throughout our Nation and to work toward eliminating violence and discrimination based on gender identity.

The statement did not claim to replace Easter Sunday with TDOV, nor serve as a proclamation combining the two occasions to take place on the same date in the future.

According to the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD), a media-monitoring organization, Rachel Crandall, a trans activist, established the first International Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31, 2010 to celebrate the lives of transgender people when most media stories focused on violence against them.

Biden's March 29 announcement was not unusual. His administration acknowledged the same day in prior years, as seen in a March 30, 2023, White House document.

As for the date of Easter, the BBC noted, the day is designated based on the ecclesiastical (meaning "of the Church") full moon — that is, it's not calculated in the way astronomers would do it. When picking the date, the church considers the spring equinox always to occur on March 21, according to the BBC.

According to the  United States Conference of Catholic Bishops , Easter Sunday will be on April 20 in 2025. 

We also reported on a false rumor that Biden banned "religious symbols" and "overtly religious themes" from an Easter egg art contest connected to the White House.

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Waldenberg, Samantha. "Republicans Slam Biden for Proclaiming Transgender Day of Visibility on Easter, Though It's Yearly Observed on March 31 | CNN Politics." CNN, 30 March 2024, https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/30/politics/easter-trans-day-visibility-trump-biden-johnson/index.html. Accessed 1 Apr. 2024.

Wang, Amy B. "Trump Falsely Attacks Biden over Easter Coinciding with Transgender Day of Visibility." Washington Post, 1 Apr. 2024. www.washingtonpost.com, https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/03/31/trump-biden-easter-transgender-day/. Accessed 1 Apr. 2024.

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By Nur Ibrahim

Nur Nasreen Ibrahim is a reporter with experience working in television, international news coverage, fact checking, and creative writing.

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