Question

Explain the natural national symbols.

Answer 1

1. Banyan tree (1950). It is a symbol of pride and has many medicinal values.
2. Peacock (1963). It is native to Asia and the only bird which has a tail.
3. River Ganges (2008) is a perennial river and many royal capitals flourished on its banks.
4. River Dolphin (2010). It is a reliable indicator of the health of the entire river ecosystem. It is on the endangered list.
5. King Cobra – It is the World’s longest venomous snake and lives in the rain forests and plains of India.
6. Lotus (1950) Though it grows in muddy water, it blooms with beauty.
7. Tiger (1973) It is the largest cat species. India has 70% of the tiger population in the world.
8. Elephant (2010) It is native to mainland Asia and plays a critical role in maintaining the region’s forests.