Civil Services Prep

Prelims 2014 · Polity and Constitution · Question 94

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

  1. Katha Upanishad
  2. Chandogya Upanishad
  3. Aitareya Upanishad
  4. Mundaka Upanishad

Answer

Mundaka Upanishad

  • (a) Katha Upanishad: Satyameva Jayate is not taken from Katha Upanishad. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (b) Chandogya Upanishad: This Upanishad is also not the source of the national motto. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (c) Aitareya Upanishad: Satyameva Jayate does not come from Aitareya Upanishad. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (d) Mundaka Upanishad: The phrase "Satyameva Jayate" is taken from the Mundaka Upanishad. Verdict: Correct.

Answer: (d) Mundaka Upanishad.

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