Question

When was the Constitution of India enforced?

• A. 15th August
• B. 14th August
• C. 10th December
• D. 26th January

Hint:

The date of 26th January holds immense significance in India's history, not only as the day the Constitution was enforced but also as the day when India declared its commitment to full independence in 1930. The Constitution marks the establishment of India as a Republic.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The Constitution of India was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 26th November 1949, but it came into force on 26th January 1950. This date was chosen to honor the significance of 26th January, which was previously celebrated as Purna Swaraj Day (Complete Independence Day) in 1930, when the Indian National Congress had declared the goal of complete independence from British rule. The decision to bring the Constitution into force on 26th January was symbolic, aligning the country's legal framework with the spirit of independence that was already being celebrated. On this day in 1950, India officially became a Republic, with a new democratic system of government based on the Constitution. Thus, the Constitution of India was enforced on 26th January 1950.