● On November 26th 1949 Indians adopted their Constitution as government authorities implemented it on January 26th 1950 to commemorate the anniversary of Purna Swaraj Declaration (Complete Independence) from 1930.
● The tradition since inception has been to select a foreign dignitary as the main event leader at the Republic Day parade to demonstrate India's diplomatic relations with other nations.
● The Indian Constitution holds the distinction as being the world's longest written constitution document with all its 448 articles distributed throughout 25 parts and 12 schedules.
The Padma Awards together with Kirti Chakra Ashoka Chakra and multiple bravery awards are presented during this occasion to both civilian recipients and military personnel.
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The national celebration of Republic Day occurs yearly on January 26 where India became a sovereign democratic entity with the enactment of its Constitution in 1950. The traditional observance of Republic Day brings freedom alongside equality and brings out Indian values written in the Constitution for all citizens to remember.
The main ceremonies for Republic Day occur at Rajpath (Kartavya Path) when the Indian military and various cultural displays along with technological achievements are presented to the nation through grand parades. Various marching forces and military units accompanied by stage presentations from participating state delegations and primary school performances make this celebration the biggest event with millions in attendance. All activities during the national celebration end with the President of India flag-hoisting followed by the Beating Retreat Ceremony on January 29th.
The observance of Republic Day includes flag hoisting in addition to patriotic speeches and cultural events and various competitions at educational institutions and workplaces throughout the entire nation. On this day people spend time considering both the sacrifices performed by freedom fighters and the substantial contributions Dr. B.R. Ambedkar worked toward crafting the Indian Constitution.
