The Indian National Flag was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on which date?

Question

The Indian National Flag was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on which date?

1. A. 26 November 1950
2. B. 24 January 1950
3. C. 26 January 1950
4. D. 22 July 1947 (Correct answer)

Correct Answer

Option D — 22 July 1947

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is 22 July 1947.

Key Points

• The Indian National Flag (the Tricolour) was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 22 July 1947, a few weeks before Independence.
• The design — three horizontal bands of saffron, white and green, with the Ashoka Chakra (a 24-spoke navy-blue wheel) in the centre — was based on the earlier Swaraj flag.

Additional Information

• the Ashoka Chakra replaced the earlier spinning wheel (charkha) at the centre of the white band.
• other dates in the options relate to the Constitution (26 November 1949 adopted, 26 January 1950 came into force), but the National Flag was adopted on 22 July 1947, making option (D) correct.