The Republic Pavilion is very special
Let us tell you that till now many big events have been held in the Darbar Hall which has now become the Republic Mandap. Important ceremonies like the presentation of national awards have been organized here. The word Darbar gives an impression of the courts and meetings of Indian rulers, kings-maharajas and the British. The government said that its relevance has ended after India became a republic. The concept of republic is deeply embedded in the Indian society since ancient times, hence the name of the Darbar Hall has been changed to 'Ganatantra Mandap'.
Traces of anglicisation have disappeared
Ashoka Hall was originally a ballroom. The word Ashoka means a person who is free from all suffering or devoid of any sorrow. Also, this 'Ashoka' refers to Emperor Ashoka, who is a symbol of unity and peaceful coexistence. Renaming Ashoka Hall to Ashoka Mandap erases the traces of anglicization.
There are 340 rooms in Rashtrapati Bhavan
Let us tell you that there are 340 rooms in Rashtrapati Bhavan. Apart from these, there are many huge halls, including the Darbar Hall. All government functions take place in this hall. Ashoka Hall is where formal meetings take place. This is where the President accepts letters from foreign ambassadors. Now both the halls will be known as Republic Pavilion and Ashoka Pavilion respectively.
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