An Essay, Article on '' Republic Day'' for students
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The Republic Day
India is the largest democracy of the world, got independence on 15th August 1947.
That's why every year on 15th of August , we celebrate our Independence Day.
However, India became a Republic on 26th of January 1950 and we call this day as Republic Day.
Republic means " a state where people enjoy supreme freedom, power and choose
their own representatives." They got this tremendous power / freedom as India had
got its new Constitution on this day. Earlier India had no constitution. The country
had no means to provide its people such power and freedom within some limitations .
On the same date i.e. on 26th Jan 1950, Dr Rajendra Prasad became First President of Republic India.
Republic day is one of the major festival celebrated in india.
On every 26th January, people from across the country celebrate Republic Day with
great enthusiasm. Republic Day is celebrated in every village, town, city and
capital of each state as well as in Delhi. In Delhi, the Celebration takes place at India Gate.
The President of India unfolds the national flag. He receives salutes from the three
wings of Army, Police, N.C.C. etc. There is also one foreign dignitary as the Chief
Guest of the function. People from different countries come to see the Republic Day Function.
A Short Essay/ Article on Republic Day ( गणतंत्र दिवस )
A huge Republic Day procession begins early in the morning. Doordarshan
broadcasts a running commentary on the programme. A large no of Army, Navy
and Air Force personnel participate in this procession. Cadets of N.C.C., A.C.C. , Boy Scouts, Girl Guides also participates.
The country also exhibits its weaponry strength. The biggest attraction are the
tableaux of various states and their cultures. Some departments also bring their
own tableaux. The spectators cheer each and every activity happening at India Gate.
In the end, color balloons are released into the sky. Tricolor made by the
aeroplanes is also a very memorable show. The whole environment is filled with
patriotic zeal. Here we gets a great opportunity to see the unity of India at one spot.
Not only in Delhi, Republic Day Celebrations take place in many other parts of the country
with same passion. In schools, especially, there is great atmosphere. There are
activities - Cultural and Sports. There is also the Chief Guest of the Programme.
The activities include parade, P.T. exercises, speeches, songs, skits, fancy dress
competition and many more. The honorable speakers tell the students about Indian Freedom
Struggle, role of Freedom fighters etc. They also urge them to work harder to serve the country in a better way.
So, Republic Day is a great Indian Festival. It creates feeling of patriotism among
the people. It reminds us of the supreme sacrifices made by great freedom
fighters. Republic Day also realizes us our responsibilities towards our country. It makes us feel proud to be Indian.
History of Republic Day
Republic Day is of great historical importance. We got freedom from the British on
15 August 1947, but we were not having any form of government or constitution or
political parties. On 26th January 1950, India implemented the Constitution. Pandit
Jawaharlal Nehru was elected as the President of Indian National Congress and
Poorna Swaraj was declared on 26th January 1930. However, we got independence on 15 August 1947.
After independence, a special constituent assembly was appointed for making the
Constitution of India. Dr B.R Ambedkar led the constitution drafting committee.
While creating India’s constitution, other countries’ constitutions have also been
referred to, so as to create the best constitution. After 166 days, the Constitution of
India was finally made. It was created in such a manner that all citizens of India
could enjoy equal rights pertaining to their religions, culture, caste, sex and creed.
On 26th January 1950, the Constitution of India was adopted and implemented,
and the day is referred to as Republic Day. Moreover, it marks the end of the British rule and birth of India as a Republic State.
How is Republic Day Celebrated in India?
This day is declared as a national holiday. People celebrate this day with a lot of
zeal and happiness. The President of India raises the national flag on Rajpath in
New Delhi. It is followed by a 21 gun salute and the national anthem. People from
all over the country visit the Rajpath to view the grand celebration of Republic Day.
The first President who hoisted the flag ceremony was Dr Rajendra Prasad
In school, colleges, government offices and private organisations, the celebration is
enjoyed with full enthusiasm. March past and parade takes place in schools along
with the other functions. Many schools distribute sweets to students. The people
celebrate the spirit of freedom and forget the difference between them such as caste, religion, language and culture.
Chief guest of republic day 2021
Prime Minister Boris Johnson United kingdom
