MISUSE OF THE TIRANGA - Indian National Flag

by Geethalakshmi 2010-01-26 13:14:17

MISUSE OF THE TIRANGA





1. The Tiranga must not be used as a drapery in any form whatsoever except in State / military funerals.

2. The Tiranga must not be draped over the hood, top, sides or back of a vehicle or a train or a boat.

3. The Tiranga must not be used or stored in such a manner as may damage or soil it.

4. When the Tiranga is in a damaged or soiled condition, it may not be cast aside or disrespectfully disposed of, but shall be destroyed as a whole in private, preferably by burning or by any other method consistent with the dignity of the flag. The other proper way to destroy the Tiranga could be immersion into the Ganga or buried with due respect.

5. The Tiranga must not be used as a covering for a building.

6. The Tiranga must not be used as a portion of a costume or uniform of any description. It shall not be embroidered upon cushions or handkerchiefs or printed on napkins or boxes.

7. Lettering of any kind shall not be put upon the Tiranga.

8. The Tiranga must not be used in any form of advertisement nor shall an advertisement sign be fastened to the pole from which the flag is flown.

9. The Tiranga must not be used as a receptacle for receiving, delivering, holding or carrying anything.

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