National Days and Symbols of India: Class 2 Study Guide
The whole country celebrates some days together. Symbols remind us of our country.
Three days are celebrated by the whole country. Republic Day on 26 January remembers the day the Constitution of India came into force in 1950. Independence Day on 15 August remembers the day in 1947 when India became free. Gandhi Jayanti on 2 October is the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.
Our national symbols tell something about our country. We should treat them all with respect.
National symbols
| Symbol | What it is |
|---|---|
| Flag | Saffron, white and green, with a blue wheel |
| Animal | Tiger |
| Bird | Peacock |
| Flower | Lotus |
| Tree | Banyan |
| Fruit | Mango |
| Anthem | Jana Gana Mana |
How do we celebrate?
On Independence Day the Prime Minister hoists the flag at the Red Fort in Delhi, and schools and neighbourhoods hold flag hoisting and programmes. On Republic Day there is a big parade in Delhi. On Gandhi Jayanti many people remember him with prayers, cleaning drives and kind actions.
When the flag is raised.
Standing still.
As your school tells you.
Fold it with care.
Being proud and kind
Loving our country means looking after public places, being kind to everyone and following rules. We keep our streets clean and we do not harm things that belong to everybody.
Worked examples and common mistakes
Example: When do we celebrate Independence Day? On 15 August. Example: Which flower is the national flower? The lotus. Common mistakes: mixing up the dates of Republic Day and Independence Day. Remember that Independence came first, in 1947, and the Republic began later, in 1950, when the Constitution came into force.
Check your understanding: model answers
1. 15 August. 2. The peacock and the lotus. 3. Throw rubbish in a bin, keep desks tidy and help the cleaners.
✨ Key Takeaways
- Republic Day is on 26 January, Independence Day on 15 August and Gandhi Jayanti on 2 October.
- The flag has saffron, white and green stripes and a blue wheel.
- The tiger, peacock and lotus are national symbols.
- We respect our flag and anthem.
💬 Questions for Discussion & Reflection
- On what date is Independence Day?
- Name the national bird and flower.
- How can you help keep your school clean?