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2017

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which country to hoists ‘largest’ national flag to mark 70th Independence Day?
A
Pakistan
B
Africa
C
Australia
D
United States of America
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Ranchi. The largest Indian national flag on the tallest mast was hoisted by Manohar Parrikar on 23 January 2016. This flag was hoisted in Pahari Mandir in Ranchi and is also known for its historical temple of Lord Shiva. So, if you want to witness the charm of Indian flag explore this place in Ranchi.

Detailed explanation-2: -To mark the celebrations under ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign as a part of the ongoing ‘Azadi ka Amrut Mahotsav’, the District Administration Srinagar established a national record by displaying the 1850 metre long Indian national flag at Bakshi Stadium to celebrate 75 years of Independence.

Detailed explanation-3: -India has set a Guinness world Record for the largest human flag formation, created at Chandigarh ahead of Independence Day 2022. With this tiranga formation, India broke the previous record held by the UAE, according to ANI.

Detailed explanation-4: -What could be more suited for us? According to the Guinness World Records, the largest flag ever flown was the Mexican national flag, which measured 34.4 metres high by 60 metres wide (which is 112 feet by 196 feet wide).

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