Judicial Reforms

New Flag and Insignia of the Supreme Court of India

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From UPSC perspective, the following things are important :

Prelims level: Supreme Court Flag and Insignia

Why in the News?

President Droupadi Murmu unveiled the new flag and insignia of the Supreme Court of India during the National Conference of District Judiciary in New Delhi.

About New Flag and Insignia of the Supreme Court of India:

Details
Designed by National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Delhi
Flag Design Blue flag featuring three symbols:

  1. Ashoka Chakra (Symbol of India’s legal and cultural heritage)
  2. Supreme Court Building (Represents the institution of justice in India)
  3. Constitution of India (Highlights the role of the Supreme Court as the guardian of the Constitution)
Insignia 
  • Includes the Sanskrit phrase Yato Dharmastato Jayah inscribed in Devanagari script.
  • Translates to “Where there is Dharma, there is victory“, symbolizing the Supreme Court’s dedication to justice and righteousness.
  • Occurs 13 times in the epic the Mahabharata.
Flag Formats Available in cross table flat, single table flag, pole flag, and wooden frame versions

 

PYQ:

[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 * 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?

a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I

b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I

c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect

d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

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