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celebrated on this day each year.

The main function is held at the

Rajpath in New Delhi. A grand
parade is organised there. The

army, navy, air force and other

government departments show
their strength and skill. Cultural

programmes are also held. School

children also take part in a large
number. The brave children also

take part in the parade. The

President of India takes the salute.

Republic Day is also celebrated all
over the country. The National Flag is hoisted in all schools and

cultural programmes are held. People also hoist the National Flag

on their houses. They greet one another and distribute sweets.

Know It!

v The Constitution of India is the supreme law of the country; that is, all rules
and laws in the country have to follow this.

Gandhi Jayanti

Mathatma Gandhi was one of the

greatest leaders of India. People
called him Bapu in affection. He

was born on 2 October, 1869 . So,

this day is celebrated as Gandhi

Jayanti each year.

On this day, the main function is

held at Rajghat in New Delhi.

Here, the Samadhi of Mahatma

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