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  2. On 24 January 1950, the Constituent Assembly of India adopted Vande Mataram as the Republic's national song. President of India Rajendra Prasad stated that the song should be honoured equally with the national anthem of India, Jana Gana Mana. [19]

  3. The first two verses of Vande Mataram penned by legendary Bengali writer and novelist, Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay was selected as the National Song of India on January 24, 1950. The song shares the same status as the National Anthem ‘Jana Gana Mana’ barring certain official dictates.

  4. Author: Vande Mataram was penned by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, a renowned Bengali writer. Origin: It was originally composed in Bengali and Sanskrit and is part of his novel, Anandmath, published in 1882. Inspiration: The song is a hymn to Mother India, drawing inspiration from the Sannyasi Rebellion.

  5. Vande Mataram was officially adopted as National Song of India on 24th January, 1950. The song was taken from the novel ‘Anandmath’ written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay which conveyed the Sanyasi’s revolt against the Britishers in Bengal.

  6. Feb 15, 2024 · In 1950, when India adopted its Constitution, “Jana Gana Mana” by Rabindranath Tagore was chosen as the national anthem, while “Vande Mataram” was granted the status of the national song.

  7. Aug 14, 2024 · The lyrics, portraying India as a nurturing mother, symbolized the nation's essence of love, resilience, and sacrifice. The song's importance was underscored by its adoption as India's national song on January 24, 1950. It reflects the enduring spirit of patriotism and reverence for the motherland.

  8. Aug 30, 2024 · In 1950, when India became a republic, “Vande Mataram” was declared the National Song of India, while “Jana Gana Mana” was chosen as the National Anthem. This decision was made to honor both songs’ significant roles in the nation’s history.