Renu general knowledge world vision magazine English subscription
Renu general knowledge world vision magazine English subscription
Renu general knowledge world vision magazine English subscription This article was published in September NAVAL TRADITIONS IN INDIA Why in news Recently the new naval ensign (flag) was unveiled by Prime Minister during the commissioning of INS Vikrant. More on NewsNaval Ensigns are flags that naval ships or formations bear to denote nationality.The Old naval ensign carried the Saint Georges Cross with the Tricolour in the canton (top left corner of flag). o Although this is not the first time that naval ensign is being changed (done earlier also in 1950 2001 2004 2014).New naval ensign bears the seal of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.Tricolour is placed on the upper canton (top left) of the flag and on the right a blue octagonal shape that encompasses the national emblem sits atop an anchor which depicts steadfastness. o The octagonal shape has been designed to represent eight directions symbolising the multi-directional reach and multi-dimensional operational capability of the Indian Navy. o Twin golden borders surrounding it are said to draw inspiration from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Evolution of Indian NavyIndus Valley Civilisation (IVC) o The worlds first tidal dock is believed to have been built at Lothal around 2300 BC during the Harappan Civilisation near the present day Mangrol harbour on the Gujarat coast. o During this time the inhabitants of Indus Valley Civilisation had maritime trade link with Mesopotamia renu general knowledge and world vision.Renu general knowledge world vision magazine English subscription

Comments
Post a Comment