Current Affairs - National - Discussion

The Ministry of Home Affairs issued a protocol regarding the proper rendition of Vande Mataram during official events. It directed that when performed along with Jana Gana Mana, all six stanzas of Vande Mataram must be sung first. The official version has a prescribed duration of 3 minutes and 10 seconds and is mandated at key government functions. During its rendition, the audience is required to stand in attention as a mark of respect, except in specific contexts such as film screenings. Educational institutions are also encouraged to begin the day with community singing.