Q. Which of the following was/were NOT adopted on 24 January 1950?
  1. National Emblem of India
  2. National Anthem of India
  3. National Song of India
  4. National Flag of India
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Answer: Only 1 & 4
Notes: The National Anthem (Jana-gana-mana) and National Song (Vande Mataram) were adopted on 24 January 1950. The National Emblem was adopted on 26 January 1950, while the National Flag was adopted earlier, on 22 July 1947. Hence, only 1 and 4 were not adopted on 24 January 1950.
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