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From microbe to vegetable: Know about India's national symbols on Independence Day
As India celebrates its independence day, entering its 75th year of freedom, here's a list of our national symbols. And the list goes beyond the well-known ones such as the national emblem, national song, national pledge. In fact, did you know about India’s national reptile, the national microbe? Check to know more
By CNBCTV18.com Aug 14, 2021 11:44:11 PM IST (Updated)
Are you aware of all of India's national symbols? And they are just not limited to the national emblem, or song, anthem, et al. Scroll down to check your knowledge and it could be a good general knowledge game with your kids as well
India's national fruit - Mango
India's national river - Ganga
India's national animal - Royal Bengal Tiger
India's national tree - Indian Banyan
India's national aquatic animal - Ganges River Dolphin
Indian national bird - Indian Peacock
India national reptile - King Cobra
Indian national heritage animal - Indian Elephant
India national flower - Lotus
India national sport - Hockey
Indian national vegetable - Pumpkin
Indian national microbe - Lactobacillus Delbrueckii