Science / EVS -- Class 3

Topic: National Symbols of India
Name: ____________________________Class: 3Date: ________________
Learning Objectives
Let Us Begin!

Every country has special symbols that make it proud. India also has many national symbols. You see the national flag on Republic Day and Independence Day. You sing the national anthem at school.

These symbols tell the world who we are as a nation. Let us learn about the national symbols of India!

National Flag

Our national flag is called the Tiranga (Tricolour). It has three horizontal stripes:

Saffron (top): Stands for courage and sacrifice.

White (middle): Stands for peace and truth.

Green (bottom): Stands for growth and fertility of the land.

In the centre of the white stripe, there is a navy blue wheel called the Ashoka Chakra. It has 24 spokes and stands for progress.

National Anthem

Our national anthem is "Jana Gana Mana." It was written by Rabindranath Tagore. It was adopted as the national anthem on 24 January 1950. It takes about 52 seconds to sing the full anthem. We stand at attention when the national anthem is played.

National Emblem

Our national emblem is the Lion Capital of Ashoka at Sarnath. It shows four lions standing back to back. Below the lions, the words "Satyameva Jayate" are written, which means "Truth Alone Triumphs." The national emblem is used on all government documents.

National Animal, Bird, Flower, and Fruit

National Animal: The Bengal Tiger. It is strong and majestic. Project Tiger was started to protect tigers in India.

National Bird: The Peacock. It is known for its beautiful, colourful feathers. It dances when it rains.

National Flower: The Lotus. It grows in muddy water but blooms beautifully. It stands for purity.

National Fruit: The Mango. It is called the "King of Fruits." India grows many varieties of mangoes.

Key Words and Meanings
WordMeaning
TricolourA flag with three colours (saffron, white, green)
Ashoka ChakraThe blue wheel with 24 spokes on our flag
National anthemThe song of our country (Jana Gana Mana)
EmblemAn official symbol used by the government
Satyameva Jayate"Truth Alone Triumphs"

Science / EVS -- Class 3 (continued)

Topic: National Symbols of India -- Key Points and Practice
Key Points to Remember
Quick Reference Table
National Symbols at a Glance
SymbolNameKey Fact
National FlagTirangaThree colours, Ashoka Chakra in the centre
National AnthemJana Gana ManaWritten by Rabindranath Tagore
National EmblemLion Capital of AshokaSatyameva Jayate (Truth Alone Triumphs)
National AnimalBengal TigerProtected under Project Tiger
National BirdPeacockKnown for colourful feathers
National FlowerLotusSymbol of purity
National FruitMangoKing of Fruits
Practice Questions

A. Fill in the Blanks

  1. Our national flag is called the .
  2. The Ashoka Chakra has spokes.
  3. Our national anthem was written by .
  4. The national emblem has the motto "".
  5. The national bird of India is the .
  6. The is called the King of Fruits.

B. Multiple Choice Questions

  1. The middle colour of our national flag is:
    (a) saffron(b) green(c) white(d) blue
  2. The national animal of India is the:
    (a) lion(b) elephant(c) Bengal tiger(d) deer
  3. "Satyameva Jayate" means:
    (a) India is great(b) Truth alone triumphs(c) We are one(d) Long live India

C. Short Answer Questions

  1. What do the three colours of our national flag stand for?
  2. Who wrote our national anthem? What is it called?
  3. Name the national flower and national fruit of India.
Match the National Symbols -- Fun Activity

Draw a line to match each symbol with its correct name.

SymbolName
1. National Animala. Lotus
2. National Birdb. Jana Gana Mana
3. National Flowerc. Mango
4. National Anthemd. Bengal Tiger
5. National Fruite. Peacock