Why is 26 November celebrated as Constitution Day? Check Its Importance!
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The Union Cabinet announced in May 2015 that Constitution Day will be marked on 26 November to promote the constitutional values amongst countrymen. This day is also celebrated as National Law Day.
National Constitution Day or National Law Day
Importance of the Constitution Day:
In 2015, PM Narendra Modi announced the observance of 26 November as the Constitution Day as part of the year-long celebration of the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. B R Ambedkar. It was announced to mark the importance of the Indian Constitution as well as its main architect, Dr B R Ambedkar.
Ambedkar chaired the Drafting Committee, which was among the over 17 committees of the Constituent Assembly. The task was to prepare a Draft Constitution of the country. This Committee discarded 2,400 amendments out of 7,600 amendments tabled.
