Question

how flag was used to promote the spirit of nationalism among the Indians ​

Answer 1

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» During the Swadeshi Movement in Bengal, a tricolour flag (red, green and yellow) was designed.

» The first flag was designed during swadeshi movement which was tricolored and had 8 lotuses and a crescent moon.

» Further another flag was designed by Gandhiji which was also tricolored but had a spinning wheel in the centre, symbolizing self help.

» The flag gave the nation its own identity and it was widely used in processions. Hence, it became a symbol of defiance.

Answer 2

Ans. (i) During the Swadeshi Movement in Bengal, a tricolour flag (red, green and yellow) was designed. It had eight lotuses representing the eight provinces of British India, and a crescent moon, representing, the Hindus and the Muslims.

(ii) By 1921, Gandhiji had designed the Swaraj It was again a tricolour (red, green and white), and had a spinning wheel in the centre, representing the Gandhian ideal of self-help.

(iii) Carrying the flag, holding it aloft, during marches became a symbol of defence.