Question

UPSC Prelims 2023 Question:

Consider the following statements in respect of the National Flag of India according to the Flag Code of India, 2002:

Statement-I: One of the standard sizes of the National Flag of India is 600 mm * 400 mm.

Statement-II: The ratio of the length to the height (width) of the Flag shall be 3:2.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

1. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
2. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
3. Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
4. Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 4: Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Detailed Solution

Learn more about the Flag code of India in the given explanation below.

Explanation:

The Flag Code of India took effect on January 26, 2002. As per Clause 2.1 of the Flag Code of India, there shall be no restriction on the display of the National Flag by members of the general public, private organizations, educational institutions etc. consistent with the dignity and honour of the National Flag.

The Flag Code of India, 2002 was amended recently, and National Flag made of polyester or machine made flag have also been allowed.
Now, the National Flag shall be made of hand-spun, hand-woven or machine-made cotton/polyester/wool/silk/khadi bunting, as per the amended flag code.
The standard sizes of the National Flag shall be as follows: -

So, Statement 1 is not correct.

The National Flag shall be rectangular in shape. The ratio of the length to the height (width) of the Flag shall be 3:2. So, Statement 2 is correct.

Therefore, option (4) is the correct answer.

Subject: Polity | Miscellaneous(pol)

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