INDEPENDENCE DAY

Independence Day is celebrated annually on 15 August as a national holiday.It is celebrated to commemorate India’s freedom from the British rule in 1947. After independence, India became the world’s largest democracy after the UK Parliament passed the Indian Independence Act, 1947, transferring legislative sovereignty to the Indian Constituent Assembly. The Independence Day also marks the anniversary of undivided India’s partition into India and Pakistan. This day is observed as a national holiday across India, with offices, banks and post offices remaining closed. Independence Day is observed with flag-hoisting ceremonies, parades and cultural events in all Indian states and Union Territories. Independence Day preparation’s start a month in advance. Schools and colleges conduct cultural events, competitions, debates, speeches, and quiz competitions.