GK
INDIAN HISTORY
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Question
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Peacock
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Peigeon
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Penguin
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Indian peacock, Pavo cristatus, the national bird of India, is a colourful, swan-sized bird, with a fan-shaped crest of feathers, a white patch under the eye and a long, slender neck.
Detailed explanation-2: -Why is peacock the national bird of India? In 1963, the peacock was declared the National Bird of India because of its rich religious and legendary involvement in Indian traditions. The criteria for this choice were many. The bird must be well-distributed within the country so it could truly ‘national’.
Detailed explanation-3: -Peacock is the national bird of India. Indian Government declared that Peacock will be the National Bird in 1963, on February 1.
Detailed explanation-4: -Ans. There are 17 national symbols of India namely Tiranga, Jana Gana Mana, Saka Calendar, Vande Mataram, National Emblem of India, Mango, Ganga, Royal Bengal Tiger, Indian Banyan, Ganges River Dolphin, Indian Peacock, Indian Rupee, King Cobra, Indian Elephant, Lotus, Pumpkin and National Pledge.