Last Updated on 22 November 2024 IST: National Constitution Day: Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar was appointed as the first law minister and the chairman of the Constitution Drafting Committee in 1947. The Committee completed their drafting of the Constitution on 26 November, 1949. A Constitution (either legal or spiritual) is something which cannot be understood without its true knower. However, one can study law and can get familiar with the Constitution of Nation but to understand the Constitution of God, one needs a right spiritual teacher and obviously God’s grace.

National Constitution Day 2024 Key Points

• The Indian Constitution came into effect on 26 January 1950, which is observed as ‘Republic Day‘ in India.  
• Many parts of it were taken from the constitutions of other nations, including the United Kingdom, America, Germany, Ireland, Australia, Canada and Japan. 
• The Constitution is a compilation describing the fundamental rights and duties of citizens and all government officials. It also outlines the role of legislature and judiciary in shaping our country’s governance.
• After the hard work of approximately 2 years and 11 months and 18 days, the drafting of the Indian Constitution was completed on November 26th, 1949. The Constitution was enacted successfully on 26th January, 1950.
• The Constitution is available with its original copies in two languages, Hindi and English. They are kept safe in the helium filled boxes in the Parliament of India even today.
• After the signing of 284 members of the Constituent Assembly, including 15 women, on 24th January 1950, it came into force on 26th January 1950.
• Originally there were 299 members in the assembly. This assembly was headed by Dr. Rajendra Prasad, who is also the first President of the nation.
• Like a Constitution is necessary for governing a nation, in the same way, the Constitution of God is required to follow the right ‘Way of Living’.

What is National Constitution Day?

National Constitution Day or National Law Day or Samvidhan Diwas is the day to remember the Constitution and its values as an Indian Citizen. A Constitution is a written set of laws that describes the duties and responsibilities of Government and citizens upon each other. A Constitution and a governing system are the two basic things required to govern a nation. The Indian Constitution was adopted on January 26th, 1950.

When is National Constitution Day 2024?

Every year National Constitution Day is celebrated on 26th of November by default. 

What is the Theme of National Constitution Day 2024?

The National Constitution Day 2024 theme is not released yet. 

The Constitution of India Is the Largest Written Constitution 

Divided into 25 parts, 470 articles and 12 lists, the Indian Constitution is the largest written constitution in the world. Its original copy was 251 pages long and there were a total of 395 articles (divided into 22 parts) and 8 schedules in the Indian Constitution, but as a result of various amendments, it currently has a total of 470 Articles (divided into 25 parts) and 12 Schedules. The third part of the constitution describes the fundamental rights of the citizens.

National Constitution Day: History 

• 9th December 1946, the Constituent Assembly met for the first time regarding the Constitution Draft headed by Sachchidananda Sinha.

• On 29th August 1947, a drafting committee headed by Dr. BR Ambedkar was formed to draft the Constitution.

• On 26th November, 1949 the drafting of the Constitution was finished.

• On 24th January, 1950 two handwritten copies of the Constitution in Hindi and English were signed by 284 members of the Constituent Assembly to complete the process of drafting.

• On 26th January, 1950, the Constitution of India came into force and is into effect till date. Since then this day is also observed as Republic Day of India.

• Between 9th December 1946 and 24th January 1950, 11 sessions were organized and the committee met for 166 days. 

Some Unknown Facts About the Constitution

• The Constituent Assembly’s first meeting was held on 9 December 1946. After which the country was divided into two parts – India and Pakistan. Then, the Constituent Assembly also divided into two parts. Which later became the Constituent Assembly of India and the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan.
• Borders of the pages of the Indian Constitution were designed by Sh. Nand Lal Bose, a pioneer of modern Indian Art from Shantiniketan.
• The original copy of the Indian Constitution was handwritten by Prem Bihari Narayan Raizada. It is written in italics through calligraphy. 
• It took him 6 months to do the task yet he did it for free and charged no money.
• The Indian Constitution is written on Parchment Sheets having dimensions 16×22 inches and weighing 3.75kgs. It has a lifespan of a thousand years.

Why do we observe National Constitution Day?

On 26 November, 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India adopted its Constitution. Although it was implemented on January 26 (Republic Day), 1950. National Constitution Day is observed every year on 26 November to make the citizens of India aware about the Constitution and remind them of the constitutional values and their rights. This day is commemorated to promote the sense of respect among the citizens of the nation for the constitutional values.

When and Why Was the Decision to Celebrate National Constitution Day Taken?

In 2015, as the 125th birth anniversary year of Dr. Ambedkar (the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment), announced 26th November to observe as ‘National Constitution Day‘.

What Is the Current Relevance of the National Constitution of India?

A Constitution provides the way of governance to a nation, aiding the interest and needs of citizens of the country. The constitution gives equal rights to every citizen of the country and also binds them in the same rules. It is the constitution that lets citizens realise the feeling of a free country. 

How Do People Celebrate National Constitution Day?

UGC has urged all the Higher Educational Institutions (HEI) throughout the nation to organise some competition on this National Constitution Day 2024 emphasising the importance of Constitution:

• Participate in Painting, Poster making, Quiz, and Essay Competitions: On the occasion of National Law Day or National Constitution Day, various educational institutions organise poster, painting, quiz and essay competitions. Every year the Government of India as well through its Department of Legal Affairs and Ministry of Law and Justice through MyGov platform organise these events on various national days. 
• Read the Preamble: Now the Preamble which is available in various languages. Hence it has become very easy for every citizen of the nation to read the preamble. As a citizen of the nation one must know the Preamble.
• Read the Constitution and about Dr. BR Ambedkar: The Constitution of India is the most lengthy Constitution among other nations. It is not possible to remember the entire Constitution. But one can remember some important sections which are vital in day to day lives for knowledge purposes. And one should also have information about Dr. BR Ambedkar who was considered as the chief architect of the Constitution of India. 
• Webinars, Seminars, and talks on National Constitution Day: UGC has urged all the Higher Education Institutions (HEI) to organise webinars and seminars, emphasising the importance of Constitution Day.
• Post on Social Media: People can post on social media under hashtags #nationalconstitutionday or #nationalconstitutionday2024 to show their support for the day and Government of India. 

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Despite arranging so much awareness about the need of a Constitution, the wisdom recognising the Constitution of God, the Almighty’s given way of living, is rarely seen. Let us make ourselves aware about what our Holy Scriptures suggest we do in our precious lives.

Holy Scriptures are the God’s Constitution 

In terms of spirituality one should follow the teachings outlined in our sacred texts so as to lead one’s life with peace and happiness. But like the Constitution of India is lengthy and complex, holy scriptures are lengthy as well as difficult to understand. A devotee needs a Complete Saint to understand those, and amidst thousands of sages around us, it becomes very difficult to choose the right one. 

As explained in verse 1-4 of chapter 15 of holy Geeta ji, the one explaining the hierarchy of this universe as of an upside down tree in accordance with its creation, can be considered as a Complete Saint. And by following the way of worship as given by a Complete Saint one can attain the prime goal of his human life, salvation.

A Complete Saint is the Knower of The Constitution of God

A Complete Saint or Tatvdarshi Sant is the one Who imparts worship (bhakti) as described in our sacred scriptures and makes his followers i.e disciples, do the same. Holy Books like – speech of Kabir Sahib, speech of Shri Nanak Sahib Ji, speech of Sant Garibdas Ji Maharaj, speech of Sant Dharmdas Ji Sahib, holy Vedas, holy Gita, holy Puran, holy Quran, holy Bible, etc., together describes the constitution of God. 

Currently, Jagatguru Tatvdarshi Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj is the only Saint Who has explained the appropriate creation of the universe as outlined in our sacred texts. He is granting the true worship of Supreme God Kabir by giving Naam Diksha (Initiation). If one wishes to do SatBhakti (True Worship) according to the scriptures given by Complete Saint, one can take Initiation / Naam Diksha and can fill an online form or contact us on 08222880541 – 545.

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