Can you fly the Tricolour on your vehicle as per the Flag Code of India | Fusion - WeRIndia

As India prepares to celebrate its Independence Day on August 15, the tricolour is proudly displayed in markets and homes nationwide.

The Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has further inspired citizens to participate in this patriotic movement.

However, the privilege of displaying the national flag on vehicles is reserved for a select few, governed by the Flag Code of India, 2002.

The Flag Code of India, effective from January 26, 2002, outlines the rules and regulations for flying the tricolour.

Before 2002, the ceremony of hoisting the flag was regulated by the Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act of 1950 and the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act of 1971.

The code specifies who can display the flag on their vehicles and under what conditions.

According to the Flag Code, only certain dignitaries are permitted to fly the tricolour on their vehicles.

These include the prime minister, president, vice-president, cabinet ministers, union ministers of state, chief ministers, governors, lieutenant governors etc.

Additionally, officials like the speaker of the Legislative Assembly, the deputy chairman of the Rajya Sabha, and the chairman of the state Legislative Councils are also authorized.

The flag must be placed on the right side of the vehicle. If another dignitary is present, the Indian flag should be on the right side, with the flag of the other country on the left.

Authorized individuals may fly the flag at any time, following these guidelines.

Over time, the rules for hoisting the flag have evolved. Initially, only handwoven and spun wool, cotton, or silk Khadi flags were permitted. Now, tricolours made from machine-made cotton, wool, or silk Khadi, as well as polyester, can be used.

Previously, the flag could only be hoisted from sunrise to sunset. However, the code now allows the flag to be displayed at night also.

These regulations ensure that the Indian flag is displayed with the respect and dignity it deserves, reflecting the pride and honour of the nation.

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