Published: 6 October 2025Governance
Cabinet Announces 150th Anniversary Celebrations of Vande Mataram
The Union Cabinet announced nationwide celebrations for the 150th anniversary of the national song 'Vande Mataram', composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in Sanskrit and featured in his 1882 novel 'Anandamath'. The song played a pivotal role in India's freedom struggle and was first sung at the 1896 session of the Indian National Congress.
Vande Mataram was adopted as India's National Song by the Constituent Assembly in 1950. The 150th-anniversary celebrations will include cultural events, academic seminars, and commemorative publications across the country to honour the song's contribution to national identity and the independence movement.
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Frequently asked questions
What did the Cabinet announce for Vande Mataram's 150th anniversary?
The **Union Cabinet announced nationwide celebrations** for the **150th anniversary of the national song 'Vande Mataram'**, including cultural events, academic seminars, and commemorative publications across India.
Who composed Vande Mataram and when?
**Vande Mataram** was composed by **Bankim Chandra Chatterjee** in **Sanskrit** and featured in his **1882 novel 'Anandamath'**. It was first sung at the **1896 session of the Indian National Congress**.
What role did Vande Mataram play in India's freedom struggle?
**Vande Mataram** played a **pivotal role in India's freedom struggle**, inspiring millions during the independence movement. The song galvanised nationalist sentiment and became an anthem for freedom fighters across the country.
How much of Vande Mataram was adopted as India's National Song?
The **first two stanzas** of Vande Mataram were adopted as **India's National Song** at the time of independence, in recognition of its role in the freedom movement. The full song was composed in Sanskrit and features in 'Anandamath'.
When was Vande Mataram first publicly sung?
**Vande Mataram** was first sung publicly at the **1896 session of the Indian National Congress**, becoming the rallying cry of the independence movement. The Union Cabinet announced 150th anniversary celebrations for the song.
