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Republic Day

India celebrates the adoption of its Constitution, with a grand parade in New Delhi.

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Republic Day commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of India on 26 January 1950, marking India's transition to a sovereign republic.

Stories behind the festival

A sovereign republic

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India's Constitution was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 26 November 1949 and came into force on 26 January 1950, chosen to honour the Purna Swaraj resolution of 1930.
Constitution of India (1950)

A sovereign republic

Kali Yuga
India's Constitution was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 26 November 1949 and came into force on 26 January 1950, chosen to honour the Purna Swaraj resolution of 1930.
Constitution of India (1950)

Why we celebrate

Republic Day commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of India on 26 January 1950, marking India's transition to a sovereign republic.
Constitution of India (1950)

When

Republic Day is celebrated every year on 26 January.

Since when it is followed

Since 26 January 1950, the day has been celebrated as Republic Day.
Constitution of India (1950)

Who celebrates / for whom

Celebrated across India as a national holiday with a grand parade in New Delhi.

Origin

The Constitution of India came into force on 26 January 1950, replacing the Government of India Act and establishing India as a republic.
Constitution of India (1950)

Key deities

None; it is a national civic observance.

How to celebrate

Attend or watch the flag hoisting, the ceremonial parade in New Delhi, and cultural programmes.

Rituals & offerings

Flag hoisting, the Republic Day parade, and the Beating Retreat ceremony on 29 January.

Key facts

The Constitution of India is the world's longest written constitution.
Constitution of India
The Constitution of India is the world's longest written constitution.
Constitution of India