Governmental Flag
| Flag | Date | Use | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1950–present | Standard of the President of India | 1st quarter: state emblem (the lions of Sarnath) to represent national unity; 2nd quarter: elephant from Ajanta Caves to represent patience and strength; 3rd quarter: scales from the Red Fort, Old Delhi to represent justice; 4th quarter: lotus vase from Sarnath to represent prosperity | |
| 1947–1950 | Flag of the Governor-General of India |
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