When was the Constitution of India adopted?
When was the Constitution of India adopted?
The constitution was passed and adopted by the assembly on 26 November 1949. The Constitution came into force on 26 January 1950 and this day is celebrated as Republic Day throughout the country. This was the day that India, the ancient civilisation, a potpourri of different cultures and kingdoms became a modern republic.
Why 26 January?
26 January was chosen as the date for this occasion because this was the day in 1930 when the Indian National Congress had demanded Complete Independence or Purna Swaraj, as opposed to the Dominion status.
Celebration on this day
On this day, every year, the grand Republic Day Parade is held at the national capital New Delhi at the Rajpath. The parade showcases India’s military might, defence forces and cultural heritage. The salute is taken by the President of the country, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces.
The constitution was passed and adopted by the assembly on 26 November 1949. The Constitution came into force on 26 January 1950 and this day is celebrated as Republic Day throughout the country. This was the day that India, the ancient civilisation, a potpourri of different cultures and kingdoms became a modern republic.
Why 26 January?
26 January was chosen as the date for this occasion because this was the day in 1930 when the Indian National Congress had demanded Complete Independence or Purna Swaraj, as opposed to the Dominion status.
Celebration on this day
On this day, every year, the grand Republic Day Parade is held at the national capital New Delhi at the Rajpath. The parade showcases India’s military might, defence forces and cultural heritage. The salute is taken by the President of the country, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces.
