<Tr> <Td> National tree </Td> <Td> Indian banyan </Td> <Td> </Td> <Td> Indian banyan (Ficus bengalensis) root themselves to form new trees and grow over large areas . Because of this characteristic and its longevity, this tree is considered immortal and is an integral part of the myths and legends of India . </Td> </Tr> <Tr> <Td> National animal </Td> <Td> Royal Bengal tiger </Td> <Td> </Td> <Td> Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris tigris), the largest carnivore is found only in the Indian subcontinent and can be found in most regions of the country . </Td> </Tr> <Tr> <Td> National aquatic animal </Td> <Td> River dolphin </Td> <Td> </Td> <Td> Gangetic dolphin (Platanista gangetica) is said to represent the purity of the holy Ganga River as it can only survive in pure and fresh water . </Td> </Tr> <Tr> <Td> National bird </Td> <Td> Indian peacock </Td> <Td> </Td> <Td> Indian peacock (Pavo cristatus) is designated as the national bird of India . A bird indigenous to the subcontinent, peacock represents the unity of vivid colours and finds references in Indian culture . On February 1, 1963, The Government of India have decided to have the Peacock as the national bird of India . The decision has been taken after considering the views of the State Governments and the opinions expressed in the Press . <P> The question of selecting a national bird has been under consideration since the Tokyo conference of the International Council for Bird Preservation held in May 1960 . This matter was taken up by the Indian Board for Wild Life and the State Governments were also asked to give their views . Some of the other birds considered for the honour were the Great Indian Bustard, the Sarus crane, the "Garuda" and the Swan (Hamsa), the strongest contender being the Great Indian Bustard . </P> </Td> </Tr>

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