Q1.
States also have some symbols. With the help of your teacher, find out the following symbols of your state. State animal : ______ State bird : ______ State tree : ______ State flower : ______
Answer
Every state and union territory of India has chosen its own state animal, bird, tree and flower — usually something that is special to that place. Ask your teacher, or look at your state government's website or a school atlas.
How to fill it in:
- Write your state's name at the top of the page.
- Fill the four blanks with the names.
- Beside each one write a single line — why do you think it was chosen?
- Draw a small picture of any one of the four.
Sample answer — for a child in Odisha:
| Symbol | Odisha | Why it fits |
|---|---|---|
| State animal | Sambar deer | It lives in Odisha's forests |
| State bird | Indian roller (neelkanth) | A bright blue bird seen on wires and in fields |
| State tree | Ashoka tree | Common in the state, and old in our stories |
| State flower | Ashoka flower | Orange-red bunches that flower in spring |
A few more, so you can see the idea:
| State | Animal | Bird | Tree | Flower |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan | Chinkara | Great Indian bustard | Khejri | Rohida |
| Kerala | Indian elephant | Great hornbill | Coconut palm | Kanikkonna (golden shower) |
| Assam | One-horned rhinoceros | White-winged wood duck | Hollong | Foxtail orchid |
| Maharashtra | Indian giant squirrel | Yellow-footed green pigeon | Mango | Jarul |
Why states choose symbols: A state symbol is usually a living thing that is common there, or rare and in danger there. Naming it is a way of saying: this belongs to us, so we will protect it. After Rajasthan named the Great Indian bustard, special work began to save the few that are left.
Tip: If your state's symbol is a bird or a tree, look for it on the way home. Most state symbols are things you can actually see.