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75th Indian Independence day

75th Indian Independence day

  • India is celebrating its 75th Independence Day on August 15, 2021, with the usual pride to mark its freedom from British rule.
  • The Indian Independence movement began during World War I and was led by leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Nehru, Bose, Bhagat singh etc.
  • On August 15, 1947, India got its freedom, ending an almost 200-year British rule.

History of India's Independence

  • The Indian Independence Bill was introduced in the British House of Commons on July 4, 1947, and passed within a fortnight.
  • It provided for the end of British rule in India on August 15, 1947.
  • After that, India became a free country with the bifurcation of India and Pakistan.

Significance of India's Independence Day

  • India's Independence Day is significant as it stands as a reminder of the sacrifices that many freedom fighters made to get independence from British rule.
  • It is a national holiday and it is usually observed throughout the nation with the hoisting of the tricolour, parades and cultural events.
  • India's first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru raised the Indian national flag above the Lahori Gate of Red Fort in Delhi on August 15, 1947.
  • It is a tradition that has since been followed by the incumbent Prime Minister, followed by an address to the country.

Highlights of Presidential speech:

  • President Ram Nath Kovind addressed the nation on the eve of 75th Independence Day.
  • President noted that India is proud of not only adhering to the Paris climate agreement but doing more than what the country has committed to protect the climate.
  • He iterated that a new awakening is visible in Jammu and kashmir
  • Improvement in ease of doing business has had a positive impact on the ease of living of the countrymen.
  • 75th Independence Day has special significance because the country will be celebrating the Amrit Mahotsav of Independence from this year onwards.
  • President also congratulated athletes for their stupendous performance in Tokyo Olympics.

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