In this case, participation would not be indicated if we were to remain standing. Suppose one is not asked to salute the flag but merely to hold it, either in a parade or in a classroom or elsewhere, so that others can salute.
परेड में हिस्सा लेना, देश को श्रद्धा देना है इसलिए सच्चे मसीही अपने विवेक के कहे मुताबिक उसमें हिस्सा नहीं लेते ।