Republic day
Special 2020: जानें क्या है 26 जनवरी का इतिहास, इस तारीख इतिहास के पन्नों में दर्ज है कई महत्वपूर्ण घटनाएं
India is a country of diverse religions, beliefs and cultures
and every day a festival is celebrated. People who obey every religion
celebrate their festivals with gaiety, but there are some festivals that are
important for every countrymen and are celebrated with dignity and affection
throughout the country. January 26 is also a day which is the national festival
of the country. Every citizen of the country, whether it belongs to a religion,
caste or creed, celebrates this day with the nation's love.
Talking about history, the Constitution of India came into force on this day. India got independence from the British on August 15, 1947, but India was declared a sovereign democratic republic on 26th January 1950. On this day, the main event at Rajpath in the capital is presented with a cultural glimpse of India as well as a tableau of military power and traditional heritage.
Following are the details of other important events recorded in the history of the country on 26th January:-
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1556
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Death of Mughal emperor Humayun falling from stairs.
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1930
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Swaraj Diwas celebrated for the first time in India under
British rule
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1931
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Mahatma Gandhi was released for talks with the British
government during the ' civil disobedience movement '.
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1950
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The Constitution of independent India came into force and
India was declared a sovereign democratic republic. Since then, the day was
celebrated as Republic Day
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1950
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Ashoka Pillar adopted as national emblem.
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1950
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The Federal Court of India, which was established in 1937, was
made the Supreme Court of India
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1957
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The Indian side of Jammu and Kashmir was formally made a part
of India.
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1963
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The crown-like kalgi and beautiful winged peacock on the
forehead were declared as national birds.
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1972
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Unveiling of National Monument Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate,
Delhi.
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1981
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Air Doot Launches Air Service.
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1982
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Indian Railways launched the Palace on Wheels service to
provide tourists with royal and
luxurious experience during the journey of rail.
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2001
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In Gujarat, a massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Bhuj,
killing thousands of people.
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2008
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On the occasion of Republic Day, the country's first woman
President Pratibha Patil took the salute of the parade.
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