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The National Symbols of India represent the country\u2019s <\/span>rich history, cultural heritage, traditions and national identity<\/b>. They reflect India\u2019s <\/span>unity, diversity, independence and values<\/b>. From the <\/span>National Flag (Tiranga)<\/b> and <\/span>National Emblem (Lion Capital of Ashoka)<\/b> to the <\/span>Royal Bengal Tiger, Indian Peacock and Lotus<\/b>, each symbol holds a special place in Indian society. They inspire <\/span>patriotism<\/b>, promote <\/span>national pride<\/b> and remind citizens of India\u2019s <\/span>historical achievements and natural heritage<\/b>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n

List of National Symbols of India<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

The list of National Symbols of India includes the National Flag, National Emblem, National Anthem, Royal Bengal Tiger, Lotus and River Ganga, among others. These symbols represent India's rich cultural heritage, national unity, diversity and identity. The important national symbols of India, along with their names, are listed below.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
List of National Symbols of India<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
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S. No.<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Symbol<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Name<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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1<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Flag<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Tiranga<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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2<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Emblem<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Lion Capital of Ashoka<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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3<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Anthem<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Jana Gana Mana<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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4<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Song<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Vande Mataram<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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5<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Animal<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Royal Bengal Tiger<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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6<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Bird<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Indian Peacock<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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7<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Flower<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Lotus<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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8<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Tree<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Indian Banyan<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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9<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Fruit<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Mango<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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10<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National River<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Ganga<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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11<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Aquatic Animal<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Ganges River Dolphin<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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12<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Heritage Animal<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Indian Elephant<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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13<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Calendar<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Saka Calendar<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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14<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Currency<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Indian Rupee (\u20b9)<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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15<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Pledge<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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India is My Country<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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16<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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National Vegetable (commonly cited)<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Pumpkin<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

National Symbols of India with Name List<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

India has several important national symbols that reflect its <\/span>cultural, historical and natural heritage<\/b>. These include the <\/span>National Flag, National Anthem, National Emblem, National Animal, National Bird<\/b> and other widely recognised national identity elements. The following sections explain their names, features and significance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n

National Flag of India<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

The <\/span>National Flag of India<\/b><\/a>, popularly known as the <\/span>Tiranga<\/b>, represents the country\u2019s <\/span>freedom, unity and sovereignty<\/b>. It is one of India\u2019s most respected national symbols.<\/span><\/p>\r\n