26 November Constitution Day: History, significnace and more - explained
Live Mint26 November Constitution Day: Constitution Day, also known as Samvidhan Divas, is celebrated every year on November 26. The Government of India’s Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment declared November 26 Constitution Day in 2015, the year that marked the 125th birth anniversary of Dr BR Ambedkar, the chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Constitution. Here's an overview of its significance and celebrations: 26 November Constitution Day – The Significance Celebrating Constitution Day is primarily to honour Dr BR Ambedkar and promote awareness of constitutional values, rights, and duties. 26 November Constitution Day – The Historical Background After the Government of India Act, 1935, a need was felt to have a set of provisions that would mark India as a sovereign democratic republic. Govt Oppn Spar Celebrating Constitution Day is primarily to honour Dr BR Ambedkar and promote awareness of constitutional values, rights, and duties.