TNPSC Thervupettagam

‘Sengol’ sceptre

May 27 , 2023 408 days 480 0
  • A golden sceptre called 'Sengol' would be installed at a prominent spot in the new Parliament building.
  • It was presented to Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first prime minister, as a symbol of the transfer of power from the British.
  • The word 'Sengol' is believed to have been derived from the Tamil word 'semmai', which refers to excellence.
  • It was believed that Nehru sought the advice of C Rajagopalachari, the last Governor-General of India for this.
  • It was believed that Rajaji suggested the use of the 'Sengol'.
  • It was believed that he was inspired by the Chola dynasty, where a similar ceremony was held to transfer power between kings.
  • The 'Sengol' was crafted by Vummidi Bangaru Chetty of Madras.

Balaji May 27, 2023

Its just a WhatsApp history. Don't give it as a fact. Use " it is believed that"

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