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National Symbols of India

Class 2

🎯 Learning Objectives

📖 Let Us Begin!

India is our country. We are proud to be Indians! Every country has special symbols that represent it. These are called national symbols.

National symbols show the identity and pride of a country. They remind us of our culture, nature, and values.

Let us learn about the national symbols of India!

National Symbols of India

SymbolNameAbout It
National FlagTiranga (Tricolour)Three colours: saffron (top), white (middle), green (bottom). Blue Ashoka Chakra in the centre.
National AnthemJana Gana ManaWritten by Rabindranath Tagore. We sing it with pride.
National AnimalBengal TigerA powerful and majestic animal. Found in Indian forests.
National BirdPeacockA beautiful bird with colourful feathers. Found all over India.
National FlowerLotusA beautiful pink flower that grows in water. Symbol of purity.
National FruitMangoCalled the "King of Fruits". Grown all over India.

More About the National Symbols

National Flag (Tiranga): The saffron colour stands for courage and sacrifice. White stands for peace and truth. Green stands for faith and prosperity. The blue Ashoka Chakra has 24 spokes.

National Anthem: "Jana Gana Mana" was written by Rabindranath Tagore. We stand up straight and sing it with respect. It takes about 52 seconds to sing.

Bengal Tiger: The tiger is strong, brave, and powerful. It is found in the forests of India. We must protect tigers because they are endangered.

Peacock: The peacock is the most beautiful bird in India. It dances when it rains. Its feathers are blue and green with eye-like patterns.

Ravi saw a peacock dancing in the rain at his grandmother's village. He said, "Now I understand why the peacock is our national bird. It is so beautiful!"

📝 Key Words

WordMeaning
National symbolA special sign or thing that represents a country
TirangaThe national flag of India with three colours
Ashoka ChakraThe blue wheel in the centre of the Indian flag
National anthemThe official song of a country
EndangeredWhen very few animals of a type are left and they may disappear
⭐ Key Points to Remember

✏️ Practice Questions

A. Fill in the Blanks
1. The national flag of India is called .
2. The national animal of India is the .
3. The national bird of India is the .
4. The national flower of India is the .
5. "Jana Gana Mana" was written by .
B. Multiple Choice Questions
1. How many colours are there in the Indian flag?
(a) Two(b) Three(c) Four(d) Five
2. What is the national fruit of India?
(a) Banana(b) Apple(c) Mango(d) Orange
3. What is the blue wheel in the Indian flag called?
(a) Tiranga(b) Ashoka Chakra(c) Lotus(d) Peacock
C. Short Answer Questions
1. Name the three colours of the Indian flag and what they stand for.
2. Why is the peacock our national bird?
3. Name four national symbols of India.
🎨 Fun Activity -- Colour the Flag

Draw the Indian flag in the box below. Colour the top stripe saffron (orange), the middle stripe white, and the bottom stripe green. Draw the blue Ashoka Chakra in the centre.

The three colours of the flag are:

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Science / EVS -- Class 2

Topic: National Symbols of India
Name: ____________________________Class: 2Date: ________________
Learning Objectives
Let Us Begin!

India is our country. We are proud to be Indians! Every country has special symbols that represent it. These are called national symbols. They show the identity and pride of a country.

National Symbols of India
SymbolNameAbout It
National FlagTirangaSaffron, white, green. Blue Ashoka Chakra in centre.
National AnthemJana Gana ManaWritten by Rabindranath Tagore.
National AnimalBengal TigerPowerful and majestic. Found in Indian forests.
National BirdPeacockBeautiful bird with colourful feathers.
National FlowerLotusPink flower that grows in water. Symbol of purity.
National FruitMangoCalled the "King of Fruits". Grown all over India.

Ravi saw a peacock dancing in the rain. He said, "Now I understand why the peacock is our national bird. It is so beautiful!"

Key Words and Meanings
WordMeaning
National symbolA special sign or thing that represents a country
TirangaThe national flag of India with three colours
Ashoka ChakraThe blue wheel in the centre of the Indian flag
National anthemThe official song of a country
EndangeredWhen very few animals of a type are left

Science / EVS -- Class 2 (continued)

Topic: National Symbols of India -- Practice
Key Points to Remember
Practice Questions

A. Fill in the Blanks

  1. The national flag of India is called .
  2. The national animal of India is the .
  3. The national bird of India is the .
  4. The national flower of India is the .
  5. "Jana Gana Mana" was written by .

B. Multiple Choice Questions

  1. How many colours are there in the Indian flag?
    (a) Two(b) Three(c) Four(d) Five
  2. What is the national fruit of India?
    (a) Banana(b) Apple(c) Mango(d) Orange
  3. What is the blue wheel in the Indian flag called?
    (a) Tiranga(b) Ashoka Chakra(c) Lotus(d) Peacock

C. Short Answer Questions

  1. Name the three colours of the Indian flag and what they stand for.
  2. Why is the peacock our national bird?
  3. Name four national symbols of India.
Fun Activity -- Colour the Flag

Draw the Indian flag in the box. Colour the top stripe saffron (orange), the middle stripe white, and the bottom stripe green. Draw the blue Ashoka Chakra in the centre.

The three colours of the flag are: