- Statement 1: The Flag Code of India, 2002 is a compilation of laws, conventions, and practices that govern the display of the National Flag. It superseded the 'Flag Code - India' (an executive instruction issued by the Government of India) and also incorporates provisions of the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971. Thus, the Flag Code of India superseded the earlier framework, including the 'Flag Code-India'. This statement is correct. - Statement 2: The State Emblem of India is an adaptation of the Lion Capital of Ashoka at Sarnath. It features four Asiatic lions standing back to back on a circular abacus, with sculptures of an elephant, a galloping horse, a bull, and a lion, separated by dharma chakras. This statement is correct.
Consider the following statements: 1. The Flag Code of India superseded the 'Flag Code-India'. 2. The state emblem of India is an adaptation of the Lion Capital of Ashoka at Sarnath. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
Asked in UPSC CDS 2 2024 · Topic: National Symbols (State Emblem of India (Lion Capital of Ashoka): Design, adoption, and usage regulations)
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