The Flag Code of India
Every country has a Flag Code. The flag code is a set of rules to be followed in regard to the use of the national flag in various capacities. From hoisting the national flag to draping it over a casket, it contains things to do and things that cannot be done.
According to Section V of the Flag Code of India,
"The Flag shall not be used as a drapery in any form whatsoever except in State/Military/Central Para military Forces funerals herein after provided.
The Flag shall not be used as a drapery in any form whatsoever, including private funerals;
The Flag shall not be draped over the hood, top, sides or back of a vehicle, train or boat.
It is now on the discretion of the state government, which will decide who will be accorded a state funeral, depending on the stature of the deceased. There are no set guidelines.
The government takes into consideration the contribution made by the person to the state in various fields like politics, literature, law, science and cinema.
The chief minister of the concerned state takes a decision after consultations with his senior cabinet colleagues.
Once a decision is taken on the issue, it is conveyed to senior police officials including the deputy commissioner, the police commissioner and the superintendent of police, who have to make all the arrangements for a state funeral.
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