{"id":61683,"date":"2022-01-30T15:09:53","date_gmt":"2022-01-30T09:39:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/?p=61683"},"modified":"2025-06-03T09:50:11","modified_gmt":"2025-06-03T04:20:11","slug":"english-india-national-anthem","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/","title":{"rendered":"National Anthem of India \u2013 Jana Gana Mana: Full Lyrics, English Translation, Meaning, and History"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' style='display:block'><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#History_of_the_National_Anthem\" title=\"History of the National Anthem\">History of the National Anthem<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Origins_and_Early_Adoption\" title=\"Origins and Early Adoption\">Origins and Early Adoption<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Full_Lyrics_of_Jana_Gana_Mana_Original_Language\" title=\"Full Lyrics of &#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221; (Original Language)\">Full Lyrics of &#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221; (Original Language)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#English_Translation_of_Jana_Gana_Mana\" title=\"English Translation of &#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221;\">English Translation of &#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Composer_Significance\" title=\"Composer &amp; Significance\">Composer &amp; Significance<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#About_Rabindranath_Tagore\" title=\"About Rabindranath Tagore\">About Rabindranath Tagore<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Significance_of_Jana_Gana_Mana\" title=\"Significance of &#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221;\">Significance of &#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Legal_Status_When_and_Where_It_Is_Sung\" title=\"Legal Status: When and Where It Is Sung\">Legal Status: When and Where It Is Sung<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Guidelines_for_Singing_the_Anthem\" title=\"Guidelines for Singing the Anthem\">Guidelines for Singing the Anthem<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Lyrics_in_Different_Languages\" title=\"Lyrics in Different Languages\">Lyrics in Different Languages<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Popular_Versions\" title=\"Popular Versions\">Popular Versions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Interesting_Facts_About_National_Anthems_Globally\" title=\"Interesting Facts About National Anthems Globally\">Interesting Facts About National Anthems Globally<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#What_is_Code_of_Conduct_of_National_Anthem\" title=\"What is Code of Conduct of National Anthem?\">What is Code of Conduct of National Anthem?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#1_Background\" title=\"1. Background\">1. Background<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#2_Rules_and_Protocols_for_the_National_Anthem\" title=\"2. Rules and Protocols for the National Anthem\">2. Rules and Protocols for the National Anthem<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#a_Respectful_Behavior\" title=\"a. Respectful Behavior\">a. Respectful Behavior<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#b_When_the_Anthem_is_Played\" title=\"b. When the Anthem is Played\">b. When the Anthem is Played<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#c_Duration\" title=\"c. Duration\">c. Duration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#d_Prohibitions\" title=\"d. Prohibitions\">d. Prohibitions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#3_Specific_Supreme_Court_Guidelines_Important_Highlights\" title=\"3. Specific Supreme Court Guidelines (Important Highlights)\">3. Specific Supreme Court Guidelines (Important Highlights)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#4_Special_Cases\" title=\"4. Special Cases\">4. Special Cases<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Why_theatres_stopped_playing_the_National_Anthem_in_1975\" title=\"Why theatres stopped playing the National Anthem in 1975?\">Why theatres stopped playing the National Anthem in 1975?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#FAQs_on_National_Anthem_of_India\" title=\"FAQs on National Anthem of India\">FAQs on National Anthem of India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#What_is_the_full_National_Anthem\" title=\"What is the full National Anthem?\">What is the full National Anthem?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#What_is_the_main_purpose_of_the_National_Anthem\" title=\"What is the main purpose of the National Anthem?\">What is the main purpose of the National Anthem?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#How_many_lines_are_in_the_National_Anthem_of_India\" title=\"How many lines are in the National Anthem of India?\">How many lines are in the National Anthem of India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Who_wrote_the_National_Anthem_in_India\" title=\"Who wrote the National Anthem in India?\">Who wrote the National Anthem in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#What_is_Indias_national_song\" title=\"What is India&#039;s national song?\">What is India&#039;s national song?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Is_Jana_Gana_Mana_in_Sanskrit_or_Bengali\" title=\"Is Jana Gana Mana in Sanskrit or Bengali?\">Is Jana Gana Mana in Sanskrit or Bengali?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Is_the_Indian_National_Anthem_written_in_Sanskrit\" title=\"Is the Indian National Anthem written in Sanskrit?\">Is the Indian National Anthem written in Sanskrit?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Who_translated_the_National_Anthem_to_Hindi\" title=\"Who translated the National Anthem to Hindi?\">Who translated the National Anthem to Hindi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Who_is_the_first_writer_of_the_National_Anthem\" title=\"Who is the first writer of the National Anthem?\">Who is the first writer of the National Anthem?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Who_sang_Jana_Gana_Mana_first\" title=\"Who sang Jana Gana Mana first?\">Who sang Jana Gana Mana first?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-anthem\/#Which_anthem_is_written_by_Rabindranath_Tagore\" title=\"Which anthem is written by Rabindranath Tagore?\">Which anthem is written by Rabindranath Tagore?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>The national anthem of India is &#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221;. It was composed by Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore in Bengali and officially adopted as the national anthem of India on 24 January 1950. It holds a sacred place in the hearts of every Indian citizen, representing the unity and pride of the nation.<\/p>\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History_of_the_National_Anthem\"><\/span>History of the National Anthem<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221; was first publicly sung on <strong>27 December 1911<\/strong> at the <strong>Calcutta Session of the Indian National Congress<\/strong>. The song was originally written in highly Sanskritized Bengali by Rabindranath Tagore. The historical context is crucial, as the song reflects the sentiments of a unified India even before independence.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Origins_and_Early_Adoption\"><\/span>Origins and Early Adoption<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Written by:<\/strong> Rabindranath Tagore in 1911<\/li>\n<li><strong>Language:<\/strong> Sanskritized Bengali<\/li>\n<li><strong>First Performance:<\/strong> 27 December 1911, Indian National Congress<\/li>\n<li><strong>Adopted by:<\/strong> Constituent Assembly of India on 24 January 1950<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The anthem underscores India\u2019s spiritual, cultural, and geographic unity amidst its diversity.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-699706 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/MicrosoftTeams-image-12.jpg\" alt=\"National Anthem Of India\" width=\"850\" height=\"571\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/MicrosoftTeams-image-12.jpg 850w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/MicrosoftTeams-image-12-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/MicrosoftTeams-image-12-768x516.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Full_Lyrics_of_Jana_Gana_Mana_Original_Language\"><\/span>Full Lyrics of &#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221; (Original Language)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Jana-gana-mana-adhinayaka, jaya he<br \/>\nBharata-bhagya-vidhata<br \/>\nPanjaba-Sindha-Gujrata-Maharata-<br \/>\nDravida-Utkala-Vanga<br \/>\nVindhya-Himachala-Yamuna-Ganga<br \/>\nUchhala-Jaladhi-taranga<br \/>\nTava shubha name jage<\/p>\n<p>Tava shubha ashisha mage<br \/>\nGave tava jaya-gatha<br \/>\nJana-gana-mangala-dayaka jaya he<br \/>\nBharata-bhagya-vidhata.<br \/>\nJaya he! Jaya he! Jaya he!<br \/>\nJaya jaya jaya, jaya he!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Do Check: <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/gk-questions\/gk-questions-on-national-anthem\/\">GK Questions on National Anthem with Answers<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"English_Translation_of_Jana_Gana_Mana\"><\/span>English Translation of &#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Thou art the ruler of the minds of all people,<br \/>\nDispenser of India&#8217;s destiny.<br \/>\nThy name rouses the hearts of the Punjab, Sindh, Gujarat, and Maratha,<br \/>\nOf Dravida, Orissa, and Bengal;<br \/>\nIt echoes in the hills of the Vindhyas and Himalayas,<br \/>\nIt mingles in the music of Yamuna and Ganga<br \/>\nAnd is chanted by the waves of the Indian sea.<br \/>\nThey pray for thy blessings and sing thy praise.<br \/>\nThe saving of all people waits in thy hand,<br \/>\nThou dispenser of India&#8217;s destiny.<br \/>\nVictory, victory, victory to thee!<\/p>\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Composer_Significance\"><\/span>Composer &amp; Significance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Rabindranath_Tagore\"><\/span>About Rabindranath Tagore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/biography\/rabindranath-tagore-biography\/\">Rabindranath Tagore<\/a><\/strong> (1861-1941) was a Bengali polymath who reshaped Bengali literature, music, and art. He became the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1913 for &#8220;Gitanjali.&#8221;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Contribution:<\/strong> Besides literature, Tagore composed the national anthems of India and Bangladesh.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vision:<\/strong> Tagore envisioned India as a harmonious land that embraced its cultural, religious, and geographical diversity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_Jana_Gana_Mana\"><\/span>Significance of &#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221; is more than just a song; it is an expression of India&#8217;s ideals and aspirations:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Unity in Diversity:<\/strong> Encompasses various regions and cultures.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spiritual Appeal:<\/strong> A divine blessing for India&#8217;s destiny.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Patriotism:<\/strong> Inspires a sense of pride and collective belonging.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Do Check: <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-song\/\">Vande Mataram<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legal_Status_When_and_Where_It_Is_Sung\"><\/span>Legal Status: When and Where It Is Sung<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Indian national anthem is protected under <strong>The Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971<\/strong>. This law mandates respect for the anthem and prescribes penalties for deliberate disrespect.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guidelines_for_Singing_the_Anthem\"><\/span>Guidelines for Singing the Anthem<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> 52 seconds for the full version; 20 seconds for a shortened version.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Occasions:<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>National holidays (Independence Day, Republic Day)<\/li>\n<li>School assemblies<\/li>\n<li>Official events<\/li>\n<li>Sports ceremonies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Protocol:<\/strong>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Citizens are expected to stand at attention.<\/li>\n<li>Respectful behavior is mandatory.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Any deviation or insult can lead to legal action, including imprisonment or fines.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Do Check: <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/india\/national-symbols-of-india\/\">National Symbols of India with 17 Names and their Significance<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lyrics_in_Different_Languages\"><\/span>Lyrics in Different Languages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Although &#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221; was originally written in Sanskritized Bengali, its spirit transcends language barriers. Recognizing India&#8217;s linguistic diversity, the anthem is available in multiple languages.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Popular_Versions\"><\/span>Popular Versions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Hindi:<\/strong> Widely used in Northern and Central India.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada:<\/strong> Translations exist but official performances are usually in Sanskritized Bengali.<\/li>\n<li><strong>English:<\/strong> Used for international representation when needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Promoting the anthem in various languages fosters inclusivity and strengthens national unity.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interesting_Facts_About_National_Anthems_Globally\"><\/span>Interesting Facts About National Anthems Globally<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Shortest National Anthem:<\/strong> Japan&#8217;s &#8220;Kimigayo&#8221; \u2014 around 11 measures long.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Longest National Anthem:<\/strong> Greece&#8217;s anthem has 158 verses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dual National Anthems:<\/strong> Denmark officially has two.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Unique Fact about India:<\/strong> Rabindranath Tagore composed both India&#8217;s and Bangladesh&#8217;s national anthems.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Adoption Speed:<\/strong> Many countries adopted their anthems years after gaining independence, but India adopted its anthem just three years post-independence.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Music Composition:<\/strong> The musical notations for &#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221; were set by Captain Ram Singh Thakur during the Indian National Army days.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Code_of_Conduct_of_National_Anthem\"><\/span>What is Code of Conduct of National Anthem?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"195\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Background\"><\/span>1. Background<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"494\">The National Anthem of India, <em data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"244\">&#8220;<strong>Jana Gana Mana<\/strong>&#8220;<\/em>, evokes patriotism and national pride. To maintain the dignity and respect for the anthem, the Government of India, through various notifications and the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971, has laid down a strict code of conduct.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"614\">The key guidelines are based on notifications by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and Supreme Court rulings.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"674\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Rules_and_Protocols_for_the_National_Anthem\"><\/span>2. Rules and Protocols for the National Anthem<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h5 data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"706\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"a_Respectful_Behavior\"><\/span>a. Respectful Behavior<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<ul data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"1010\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"785\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"785\">Whenever the anthem is played or sung, <strong data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"784\">everyone must stand in attention<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"936\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"816\">Standing in attention means:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"936\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"839\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"839\">Standing straight.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"881\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"881\">Hands placed by the side of the body.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"936\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"936\">No movement, talking, or unnecessary distractions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1010\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1010\">Military personnel should give a <strong data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"982\">salute<\/strong> as per prescribed protocol.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1048\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"b_When_the_Anthem_is_Played\"><\/span>b. When the Anthem is Played<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1081\">During formal State functions.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1114\">During parades and ceremonies.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1223\">Before movie screenings in theaters (earlier made mandatory, now optional unless directed by the theater).<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1364\">On national holidays like <strong data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1268\">Republic Day<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1290\">Independence Day<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1310\">Gandhi Jayanti<\/strong>, and other occasions as determined by the government.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1385\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"c_Duration\"><\/span>c. Duration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1448\">A full version of the anthem lasts about 52 seconds.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1612\">A short version (first and last lines) lasting about 20 seconds can be used on certain occasions, but the full anthem is preferred for formal events.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1637\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"d_Prohibitions\"><\/span>d. Prohibitions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<ul data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1898\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1898\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1686\">No disrespect in any form is allowed, such as:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1898\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1716\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1716\">Singing incorrect lyrics.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1768\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1768\">Changing the composition or rhythm arbitrarily.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1811\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1811\">Adding musical or dramatic variations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1857\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1857\">Dancing or dramatizing during the anthem.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1898\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1898\">Playing a parody or remixed version.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1994\">Violations can be punishable under the <strong data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1993\">Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2067\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Specific_Supreme_Court_Guidelines_Important_Highlights\"><\/span>3. Specific Supreme Court Guidelines (Important Highlights)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2221\">Citizens must show respect but cannot be compelled to sing the anthem if they have a genuine conscientious objection (e.g., for religious reasons).<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2300\">Standing up during the anthem is mandatory, unless physically incapable.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2303\" data-end=\"2399\">Commercial exploitation or disrespect (such as parody) of the anthem is strictly prohibited.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2429\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Special_Cases\"><\/span>4. Special Cases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2572\"><strong data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2443\">At Home<\/strong>: If the anthem is played (for example, on TV or radio), it is a sign of respect to stand, but it&#8217;s not legally enforced at home.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2741\"><strong data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2594\">In Cinema Halls<\/strong>: Earlier, it was mandated to play the anthem before movies (2016 notification), but now it is optional based on a 2018 Supreme Court modification.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2832\"><strong data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2777\">For differently-abled persons<\/strong>: Exemptions are provided based on physical capability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Do Check: <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/republic-day-facts\/\">Top 40 Facts about Republic Day of India<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_theatres_stopped_playing_the_National_Anthem_in_1975\"><\/span>Why theatres stopped playing the National Anthem in 1975?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Earlier to 1975, there was a custom to play the national anthem in the theatres after the film. However, it was later removed because of the disrespect of National Anthem by the people as they were not standing up and giving proper attention.<\/p>\n<p>Again Supreme Court of India, on 30th November 2016 made it mandatory to play National Anthem in movie theatres before the screening of movies to instill the sense of patriotism among people. However due to many controversies and violent incidents arising after the order, Supreme Court, on 09th January 2018, reversed the order of making it mandatory to play National Anthem in movie theaters.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Understanding and respecting the national anthem is an essential part of being an Indian citizen. &#8220;Jana Gana Mana&#8221; encapsulates the spirit of India, transcending linguistic, religious, and regional boundaries. It is not merely a song but a reflection of the country&#8217;s unity, pride, and hope.<\/p>\n<p>By learning about the anthem&#8217;s history, meaning, and legal importance, we not only show respect but also connect deeply with the soul of the nation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_National_Anthem_of_India\"><\/span>FAQs on National Anthem of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_full_National_Anthem\"><\/span>What is the full National Anthem?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe full National Anthem of India is 'Jana Gana Mana,' consisting of five stanzas.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_main_purpose_of_the_National_Anthem\"><\/span>What is the main purpose of the National Anthem?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe main purpose of the National Anthem is to express unity and pride in the nation.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_lines_are_in_the_National_Anthem_of_India\"><\/span>How many lines are in the National Anthem of India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe National Anthem of India, 'Jana Gana Mana,' has 5 stanzas with multiple lines in each.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_wrote_the_National_Anthem_in_India\"><\/span>Who wrote the National Anthem in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe National Anthem of India, 'Jana Gana Mana,' was written by Rabindranath Tagore.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Indias_national_song\"><\/span>What is India&#039;s national song?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tIndia's national song is 'Vande Mataram,' written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Jana_Gana_Mana_in_Sanskrit_or_Bengali\"><\/span>Is Jana Gana Mana in Sanskrit or Bengali?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t'Jana Gana Mana' was originally written in Bengali.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_Indian_National_Anthem_written_in_Sanskrit\"><\/span>Is the Indian National Anthem written in Sanskrit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tNo, the Indian National Anthem is written in Bengali, not Sanskrit.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_translated_the_National_Anthem_to_Hindi\"><\/span>Who translated the National Anthem to Hindi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe National Anthem was not translated; it was written in Bengali but adapted to Hindi pronunciation.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_the_first_writer_of_the_National_Anthem\"><\/span>Who is the first writer of the National Anthem?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tRabindranath Tagore is the first and only writer of the Indian National Anthem.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_sang_Jana_Gana_Mana_first\"><\/span>Who sang Jana Gana Mana first?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t'Jana Gana Mana' was first sung by a group of students in 1911 at the Indian National Congress session.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_anthem_is_written_by_Rabindranath_Tagore\"><\/span>Which anthem is written by Rabindranath Tagore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tRabindranath Tagore wrote the Indian National Anthem, 'Jana Gana Mana.'\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"What is the full National Anthem?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"The full National Anthem of India is 'Jana Gana Mana,' consisting of five stanzas.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"What is the main purpose of the National Anthem?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"The main purpose of the National Anthem is to express unity and pride in the nation.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"How many lines are in the National Anthem of India?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"The National Anthem of India, 'Jana Gana Mana,' has 5 stanzas with multiple lines in each.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Who wrote the National Anthem in India?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"The National Anthem of India, 'Jana Gana Mana,' was written by Rabindranath Tagore.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"What is India's national song?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"India's national song is 'Vande Mataram,' written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Is Jana Gana Mana in Sanskrit or Bengali?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"'Jana Gana Mana' was originally written in Bengali.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Is the Indian National Anthem written in Sanskrit?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"No, the Indian National Anthem is written in Bengali, not Sanskrit.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Who translated the National Anthem to Hindi?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"The National Anthem was not translated; 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