Jana Gana Mana was chosen over Vande Mataram as the National Anthem of independent India in January 24 , 1950 , although before this date , Vande Mataram was treated as such . Muslim institutions in general , see Vande Mataram in a negative light . Though a number of Muslim organizations and individuals have opposed Vande Mataram being used as a `` national song '' of India , citing many religious reasons , some Muslim personalities have admired and even praised Vande Mataram as the `` National Song of India '' .