This marks the adoption of the Indian Constitution…
On November 26, each year, India observes Constitution Day, also known as Samvidhan Divas.
This day coincides with the 133rd birth anniversary of Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar, the chairman of the drafting committee of the Constituent Assembly played a pivotal role in shaping the Indian Constitution.
Initially, it was celebrated as Law Day. The Indian government renamed Constitution Day in 2015.
November 26 marks the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1949, which came into light on January 26, 1950. Dr. Ambedkar, a staunch advocate for the rights of the marginalized, led the committee that drafted the Constitution- a process that took 2 years, 11 months, and 17 days to complete.
In a historic event, a statue of Dr. Ambedkar will be unveiled on the premises of the Supreme Court of India. President Droupadi Murmu is set to inaugurate the 7-foot-tall statue, which stands on a 3-foot base, at 10:30 AM on Sunday. The occasion will be broadcast live.
Dr. Ambedkar's statues, commonly seen in cities, towns, and villages across India, often depict him with a raised hand, symbolizing progress and inspiration.
The new statue, initiated by CJ DY Chandrachud, portrays him in a lawyer's attire, holding a copy of the Constitution. It stands as a tribute to his enduring legacy and contributions to Indian democracy.
Edited By: Tanvi Walia
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