Know The Difference Between Republic Day And Independence Day

While Independence Day celebrates freedom from British rule, Republic Day emphasises the constitutional foundation and values that define the nation's identity.

Republic Day and Independence Day are the two most important days for every Indian and are celebrated on 26 January and 15 August respectively. While Independence Day celebrates freedom from British rule, Republic Day emphasises the constitutional foundation and values that define the nation's identity. This year, India is celebrating its 75th Republic Day. The theme of this year's Republic Day is 'Viksit Bharat' and 'Bharat: Loktantra ki Matruka', which symbolise the country's aspirations and its role as the nurturer of democracy.

Republic Day is celebrated on 26 January and Independence Day on 15th August. India gained Independence on 15 August 1947 but it was not a republic until 1950 when the Constitution of the country was finally adopted. The Constituent Assembly of India adopted the Constitution of India on 26 November 1949 and it came into effect on 26 January 1950.  Therefore, Republic Day is a national holiday marking the transition of India to a republic governed by a democratically elected body and a written constitution.