UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2023

Consider the following statements in respect of the National Flag of India according to the Flag Code of India, 2002: Statement-I: One of the standard sizes of the National Flag of India is 600 mm x 400 mm. Statement-II: The ratio of the length to the height (width) of the Flag shall be 3:2. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

  1. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
  2. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
  3. Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
  4. Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Answer

Correct Answer

Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Explanation

The Flag Code specifies the length-to-height ratio of the National Flag as 3:2 (Statement-II true). However, 600 mm x 400 mm gives a ratio of 3:2 as well numerically, but this particular dimension is not among the officially prescribed standard sizes under the Flag Code, making Statement-I incorrect as per the official answer key.

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