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Our values & national symbols

The Constitution, the national flag and service in everyday life.

Sources reviewed: 17 September 2026 · Free to read

A shared constitutional foundation

The Preamble places justice, liberty, equality and fraternity at the heart of the constitutional vision. It also connects individual dignity with the unity and integrity of the nation. These are useful starting points for thinking about citizenship, inclusion and public service.

Legislative Department: Preamble (PDF) ↗

Recognising the national flag

The Indian national flag has three equal horizontal panels: saffron above, white in the middle and green below. At its centre is a navy-blue Ashoka Chakra with 24 spokes. The flag’s length-to-height ratio is 3:2. For display, use the Ministry of Home Affairs’ current Flag Code and guidance.

Ministry of Home Affairs: flag, emblem and anthem ↗

What service can look like

Our invitation is practical: share a learning resource, mentor someone starting out, treat people with dignity and care for public spaces. Pride in the country can be a reason to listen, learn and contribute. These are the Foundation’s suggestions for everyday action.

What the flag means in our logo →

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