A special discussion on the 150th anniversary of 'Vande Mataram' will take place in the Lok Sabha on Monday. The discussion, to be initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is expected to highlight many important facets of the national song, which is one of the most debated symbols of India’s freedom struggle.

The Lok Sabha has allocated 10 hours for the 'Discussion on the 150th anniversary of national song Vande Mataram' on Monday.

Home Minister Amit Shah will begin the discussion on the national song in the Rajya Sabha on December 9.

Modi is also likely to highlight the contribution of the song, written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee and first published in the literary journal Bangadarshan on November 7, 1875, to the freedom struggle, its historical significance and current relevance.

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