Q. Which of the following event/s took place on 24th January 1950?
1.Adopted the national flag
2.Adopted the national anthem
3.Adopted the national song
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] Only three

[D] None

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: In addition to the making of the Constitution and enacting of ordinary laws, the Constituent Assembly also performed the following functions:

  • It ratified the India’s membership of the Commonwealth in May 1949.
  • It adopted the national flag on July 22, 1947.
  • It adopted the national anthem on January 24, 1950.
  • It adopted the national song on January 24, 1950.
  • It elected Dr. Rajendra Prasad as the first President of India on January 24, 1950.

Source: Laxmikanth

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