What are the rules for displaying the Tricolour?
Rules for Displaying the Indian Flag on Vehicles: Otherwise You Will Be Jailed: Be it 15th August or 26th January, on these occasions people show their patriotic zeal by hoisting the tricolour on their homes, offices and vehicles. But do you know that some rules have been made for hoisting the flag, which are mandatory for everyone to follow. There are strict rules under the Indian Flag Code, 2002 and the Prevention of Insults to National Pride Act, 1971 for hoisting the tricolour on a vehicle. Violating these can also lead to punishment. Let us know what are the rules for hoisting the tricolour?
What are the rules for hoisting the tricolor
According to the rule, a common citizen does not have the right to put the tricolor on his personal vehicle and doing so is illegal. According to the Indian Flag Code, 2002 (Article 3.44), only people holding certain constitutional posts can put the tricolor on their vehicles. These include the President, Vice President, Prime Minister, Union Cabinet Ministers, Ministers of State and Deputy Ministers of the Union, Governors of States, Lieutenant Governors, Chief Ministers, Cabinet Ministers, Speaker of the Lok Sabha, Deputy Speaker of the Rajya Sabha, Speakers/Deputy Speakers of Legislative Assemblies/Councils, Chief Justices/Judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts, Heads of Indian Missions abroad.
How to install the tricolor?
- The Tricolour should be hoisted on a pole firmly tied in the centre of the vehicle’s bonnet or on the right side.
- Saffron colour should always be on top, applying it upside down is considered an insult.
- The tricolour should not be torn, dirty, or faded.
- It should not touch the ground nor be flown lower than any other flag.
- The tricolour cannot be used for uniforms, curtains or decoration.
- Action will be taken on breaking the rules
If a person violates the rules, action can be taken under the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act 1971. If found insulting the national flag, the punishment can be up to 3 years in jail, fine or both. Putting an unauthorized tricolor on a vehicle is also considered a violation of this Act.
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