Flag of India: Colours, Meaning and Facts

Flag of India

Quick facts

Region
Asia
Capital
New Delhi
Adopted
22 Jul 1947
Layout
horizontal

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Meaning & symbolism

Saffron for courage, white for peace and truth, green for faith and chivalry. The Ashoka Chakra represents the eternal wheel of law.

By law the flag must be made of khadi — hand-spun cloth.

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Region & capital

India sits in Asia — Southern Asia. Its capital is New Delhi.

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Frequently asked

What are the colours on the flag of India?
India's flag uses orange, white, green. Saffron for courage, white for peace and truth, green for faith and chivalry. The Ashoka Chakra represents the eternal wheel of law.
When was the flag of India adopted?
The current flag was adopted on 22 July 1947.
What is the capital of India?
The capital is New Delhi.
Which flags look similar to India's?
Commonly confused with NE, IE, CI. See the similar-flags rail below.