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Railways PYQCBT 2 2017

RRB NTPC · Question 4

Based on the 26^thJanuary 2002 legislation, what is NOT true with respect to the rules for flying the Indian Tricolour?

  1. The flag cannot be intentionally allowed to touch the ground

  2. The flag cannot be used for communal gains

  3. The tricolour cannot be used as a festoon, rosette or bunting

  4. Private citizens have no right to fly the flag on their premise

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Answer: (D) Private citizens have no right to fly the flag on their premise

Explanation

The Flag Code of India, effective from 26 January 2002, allows private citizens to fly the national flag on all days, consistent with its dignity. The bans on letting it touch the ground, using it for communal gain or as a festoon remain.