Rehan Khan, an Instagram user known for his short interviews, went viral on social media after his video asking people about the author of India's national song received a shocking response. A woman claimed that Arijit Singh wrote it, while others admitted they didn't know. The video sparked a debate on the importance of national identity and knowledge of national symbols among the younger generation, with many users expressing their disappointment in the lack of awareness.
A recent social media video has sparked a debate about the importance of national identity and knowledge of national symbols among the younger generation. The video, posted by Instagram user Rehan Khan, shows Khan asking people on the streets of Mumbai about the author of India's national anthem, "Vande Mataram."
Many of the respondents were unable to answer the question, with some claiming that the anthem was written by Bollywood singer Arijit Singh. This sparked outrage on social media, with many users expressing their disappointment in the lack of awareness about the national anthem.
Background
The Indian national anthem, "Vande Mataram," was written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1876. It was first sung in public in 1896 by Rabindranath Tagore. The song was adopted as the national anthem of India in 1950.
Significance of National Symbols
National symbols, such as the national anthem, flag, and emblem, are important because they represent the identity of a nation. They serve as a reminder of the country's history, culture, and values.
Lack of Awareness
The video has highlighted a lack of awareness about national symbols among the younger generation. This is likely due to a number of factors, including a lack of emphasis on civics education in schools and the influence of popular culture, which often ignores or distorts the importance of national symbols.
Consequences of Ignorance
A lack of knowledge about national symbols can have a number of consequences, including:
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. Who wrote the Indian national anthem? Answer: Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
2. When was the national anthem adopted? Answer: 1950
3. What is the significance of the national anthem? Answer: It represents the identity of the nation and serves as a reminder of its history, culture, and values.
4. Why is there a lack of awareness about national symbols among the younger generation? Answer: Due to a lack of emphasis on civics education in schools and the influence of popular culture.
5. What can be done to address the lack of awareness? Answer: By increasing emphasis on civics education in schools, promoting the importance of national symbols in the media, and encouraging public discussion about national identity.
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