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When is Constitution Day of India

Constitution Day of India

About Constitution Day of India

When is Constitution Day of India

Constitution Day, also known as Samvidhan Divas or National Law Day, is celebrated in India on November 26 every year.
 
Why is the Constitution Day celebrated?
 
On November 26, 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India formally adopted the Constitution of India. It came into force on January 26, 1950. Constitution Day aims to bring awareness about the importance of the Constitution and Dr B R Ambedkar.
 
Who started the Constitution Day?
 
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked November 26 as the Constitution Day of India in 2015.
 
What is the Constitution of India?
 
The Constitution is a set of written principles and precedents of the Government of
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Latest Updates on Constitution Day of India

Constitution highlights both rights and duties of citizens: PM Modi

The Prime Minister said the Constitution starts with the words "We the people of India".

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Updated On : 26 Nov 2019 | 5:18 PM IST

People in power trying to circumvent values of Constitution: Priyanka

The Congress general secretary also said that on Constitution Day

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Updated On : 26 Nov 2019 | 4:37 PM IST

UNGA Prez wishes India on Constitution Day, says it is a 'seminal document'

Muhammad-Bande, who presides over the 193-Member General Assembly, wished the people of India peace, happiness and prosperity for decades ahead on this special day.

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Updated On : 16 Dec 2019 | 12:02 PM IST

Constitution Day: Oppn parties may boycott joint sitting of Parliament

Govt is celebrating 'Constitution Day' or 'Samvidhan Diwas' on Tuesday in the Central Hall of Parliament to mark the 70th anniversary of adoption of the Constitution by the Constituent Assembly

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Updated On : 26 Nov 2019 | 6:48 AM IST

Make constitution meaningful for ordinary people: President Kovind

The President also released two books "The Constitution at 67" and "Indian Judiciary - Annual Report, 2016-2017" on the occasion

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Updated On : 26 Nov 2019 | 6:48 AM IST