India is one of the most emerging nations in the world. Everything related to India is special. Here we go with some basic factors that let you know more about the soul of India.

National Anthem of India

Rabindranath Tagore composed the Indian National anthem in Bengali. The Constituent Assembly adopted its Hindi version as the National Anthem of India on 24 January 1950. The anthem consists of five stanzas beginning with " Jana Gana Mana Adhinayaka Jaya He”. Tagore translated the lyrics as follows.

“Thou are the ruler of the minds of all people, dispenser of India's destiny. The name rouses the hearts of Punjab, Sind, Gujurat and Marath, Dravid, Orissa and Bengal. It Echoes in the hills of Vindhyas and Himalayas, mingles in the music of Yamuna and Ganga and is chanted by the waves of the Indian Sea. They pray for your blessing and sing thy praise. The salvation of all people is in thy hand, thou dispenser of India's destiny. Victory, Victory, Victory to thee.”

" Jana Gana Mana Adhinayaka Jaya He

Bharat Bhagya Vidhata

Punjab Sindh Gujarat Maratha

Dravida Utkala Banga

Vindhya Himachal Yamuna Ganga

Ucchala Jaladhi Taranga

Tubh Shubha Name Jage

Tubh Shubha Ashisha Mange

Gahe Tubh Jaya Gata

Jan Gan Mangaldayak Jay He

Bharat Bhagya Vidhata

Jaye He ! Jaye He ! Jaye He !

Jaye,Jaye,Jaye,Jaye He "

India’s national flag is tricolored—saffron at the top, white in the middle and green at the bottom in equal proportions, which represents courage, purity and fertility respectively. The navy blue wheel, the Dharma Chakra (the wheel of law) which has 24 spokes, is there at the center of the flag.  

A replica of the Lion of Sarnath, near Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh State is the national emblem of India. The emblem rests on a circular abacus which in turn rests on a lotus in full bloom, representing the source of life and creative inspiration. Four lion heads are there- symbolizing power, courage and confidence. There’re four animals—the lion, the elephant, the horse and the bull that guards the north, east, south and west respectively. There is a motto inscribed below the emblem in Devanagari which says “Truth Alone Triumphs”.

The national animal of India is the magnificent Tiger. No wonder that this rich-colored striped animal which represents grace, strength and power has become the national animal.

The majestic and beautiful peacock crowns the designation of the national bird of India. The main body of peacock is blotchy brown in color. Especially, the metallic green color found on the lower neck and its long stunning tail are very attractive.

The divinity and grace attached with lotus from time immemorial is what made it India’s national flower. Goddesses Lakshmi and Saraswathi are associated with lotus. Buddhists regard lotus as sacred.

A Banyan tree which represents longevity is the national tree of India. Myths and legends of India celebrate the Banyan tree as immortal and sacred. The banyan tree is the focal point of village life.

The juicy, delicious mango is the national fruit of India. It’s a rich source of Vitamins A, C and D. India is home to hundreds of varieties of mangoes.