One of the powerful and enduring quotes from the Preamble of the Constitution of India is:
“We, the people of India, having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a sovereign socialist secular democratic republic and to secure to all its citizens: Justice, social, economic and political; Liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith, and worship; Equality of status and of opportunity; and to promote among them all, Fraternity, assuring the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the Nation.”
This excerpt encapsulates the fundamental ideals of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity that form the cornerstone of the Indian Constitution, marking the country’s transition to a sovereign democratic republic.
Although India gained independence from British rule on August 15, 1947, it took almost three years to finalize the Constitution, leading to the delay in celebrating Republic Day on January 26, 1950. Read more