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2017

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which place has first tallest flag pole in India?
A
Attari Border
B
Kashmir Border
C
Indo - China
D
Indo - srilanka
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The tallest flag pole for flying India’s national flag is in Belagavi, Karnataka-361 ft. The 2nd tallest is in Attari-Wagha border-360 ft. The 3rd tallest is in Ranchi, Jharkhand-293 ft.

Detailed explanation-2: -The second tallest flag can be witnessed in Kolhapur which was inaugurated by CM Devendra Fadnavis. This Indian flag is 303 foot flag which is located just opposite the SP office of Kolhapur and was inaugurated on 1st of May in 2017.

Detailed explanation-3: -The construction of the flagpole is on and when it is finally ready, it will be 123 metres tall. The second tallest flagpole in the country too is located in the state, at Kote Kere in Belagavi standing at 110 metres. The Hosapete flagpole project is the brainchild of local MLA and Tourism Minister Anand Singh.

Detailed explanation-4: -1 – Jeddah Flagpole, Saudi Arabia Since it was erected in September 2014, this free-standing flagpole has been surrounded by 13 lights which represent the 13 emirates (regions) of Saudi Arabia. Made from more than 500 tons of steel, the flagpole was built in three stages and stands at 171 metres (561ft) high.

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