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Why does the Ashoka Chakra in the Indian flag have 24 spokes?

Discover India Podcast by Professor Pankaj Jain, Ph.D. by Prof Pankaj Jain

May 24, 202600:01:03Society & Culture

The official Flag Code of India does not explain the number. It only says the Ashoka Chakra symbolizes Dharma and movement. But the number 24 is deeply significant in Jain Dharma, where 24 Tirthankaras guide humanity on...

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Why does the Ashoka Chakra in the Indian flag have 24 spokes? is an episode from Discover India Podcast by Professor Pankaj Jain, Ph.D. by Prof Pankaj Jain. The official Flag Code of India does not explain the number. It only says the Ashok...

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Why does the Ashoka Chakra in the Indian flag have 24 spokes?

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