Constitution Day of India 2024: Origin, Significance, and Theme

Constitution Day of India, also called Samvidhan Divas, is celebrated annually on 26th November. This day commemorates the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1949, marking the foundation of India as a sovereign, secular, and democratic nation.

It celebrates the values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity enshrined in the Constitution and inspires citizens to uphold these principles.

Origin & History

Constitution Day honors the adoption of the Indian Constitution by the Constituent Assembly on 26th November 1949. The Constitution came into effect later on 26th January 1950, celebrated as Republic Day.

• Drafted under the chairmanship of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the Indian Constitution reflects values like secularism, sovereignty, equality, justice, and fraternity.
• The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment started observing Constitution Day in 2015, coinciding with the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. Ambedkar, the architect of the Constitution.

Significance

Constitution Day has a profound significance in Indian democracy:

1. Honoring the Leaders
   Acknowledges the efforts of the Constituent Assembly members and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, who drafted this historic document.

2. Upholding Core Values
   Emphasizes fundamental rights, directive principles, and the framework of governance that uphold democracy.

3. Spreading Awareness
   Educates citizens about the Constitution and their rights and duties, fostering legal and civic awareness.

4. Inspiring Generations
   Encourages the youth to embrace the Constitution's ideals and contribute to a just and equitable society.

Difference Between Constitution Day and Republic Day

Hamara Samvidhan, Hamara Samman Campaign

Launched on January 24, 2024, by the Hon’ble Vice President of India, this initiative seeks to promote awareness about the Constitution of India through digital and grassroots outreach.

Key Highlights:

1. Simplifying the Constitution for citizens and spreading awareness about Fundamental Rights and Duties.
2. Ensuring accessibility to justice through initiatives like Sabko Nyay and Har Ghar Nyay.
3. Empowering marginalized communities via Vidhi Jagriti Abhiyaan.
4. Establishing an online portal with interactive tools for knowledge dissemination.

This year, as India celebrates Constitution Day 2024, it is a reminder to cherish and uphold the principles that form the backbone of the world's largest democracy.