What does Republic mean? Why January 26, 1950 changed India forever
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India gained independence on August 15, 1947, and Republic Day is celebrated on January 26. Now, the question is: if India had achieved independence on August 15, 1947, what had changed two and a half years later, on the morning of January 26, 1950?
What does Republic mean? Why January 26, 1950 changed India forever
India gained independence in 1947, but why did it take another two and a half years to become a republic? In today’s ‘YOUR INDIA’ column, Santosh Nair writes about what changed on January 26, 1950, why the date was chosen and what becoming a republic actually meant for India.
Santosh Nair's article in 'Your India' series: On 26 January 1950, India changed from a 'Dominion' to a full Republic. On this day, the Constitution came into force, transferring the supreme power of the country from the British Crown to the people of India. Dr. Rajendra Prasad became the first President, and the dream of 'Purna Swarajya' was realised. This was not a celebration of independence, but rather a manifestation of India's sovereignty.
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