QuickCheck: Was 'Negaraku' derived from the Perak state anthem?


IN August, Malaysians nationwide gear up for National Day celebrations, embracing the spirit of Merdeka and sharing the joy in commemorating our country's independence, unity and harmony.

It is said that Prime Minister Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj, who was also the chief minister and Home Affairs Minister at the time of independence, held a worldwide search for a suitable national anthem before Negaraku was finally selected.

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