GS PrelimsHistory (Ancient India)Vedic Age2014

The national motto of India, 'Satyameva Jayate' inscribed below the Emblem of India is taken from

A

Katha Upanishad

B

Chandogya Upanishad

C

Aitareya Upanishad

D

Mundaka Upanishad

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

1. The national motto of India is 'Satyameva Jayate', which translates to "Truth Alone Triumphs". 2. This motto is inscribed below the Emblem of India (the Lion Capital of Ashoka). 3. The source from which this phrase is taken is the Mundaka Upanishad, specifically from Mantra 3.1.6. 4. The Mundaka Upanishad is one of the primary Upanishads and is associated with the Atharva Veda. 5. The other options, Katha Upanishad, Chandogya Upanishad, and Aitareya Upanishad, are also important ancient philosophical texts but are not the source of this specific motto.

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