26 January is celebrated as Republic Day in India. It is a national holiday that marks the date on which the Constitution of India came into effect in 1950, replacing the Government of India Act (1935) as the governing document of India. The Constitution was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 26 November 1949, but came into effect on 26 January 1950, which is why this date is celebrated as Republic Day. It is a time for the people of India to celebrate their nation’s rich history, cultural diversity, and democratic principles. On this day, there are parades and patriotic events held throughout the country, and the President of India gives a speech to the nation.