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12 National Festivals

National Festivals and I

We are Indians first and foremost; all other identities of religion, region or caste

come later. So, we all Indians celebrate national festivals together with fanfare.

Independence Day

India became free on 15 August,

1947 , so we celebrate Independence

Day on 15 August each year. The
main function is held at the Red

Fort in Delhi. The Prime Minister

hoists the National Flag and gives
the speech. It is also celebrated all

over the country. All people gather

and hoist the National Flag. People

also hoist the National Flag on their
houses. They sing patriotic songs,

greet one another and distribute

sweets.

Republic Day

Our country became a republic on 26 January, 1950 . This means
that the Constitution of India came into force on this day. So, it is

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