Republic Day 2026 marked 76 years since the Constitution of India came into effect on January 26, 1950. The Press Information Bureau released a comprehensive document 'The Journey of India as a Republic' highlighting constitutional milestones. The Constitution was drafted by the Constituent Assembly chaired by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar over 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days. Originally containing 395 articles in 22 parts and 8 schedules, it now has 448 articles and 12 schedules after 106 amendments. Key recent constitutional developments include the 106th Amendment (women's reservation in legislatures), debates around simultaneous elections, and the ongoing implementation of the new criminal law codes (BNS, BNSS, BSA) replacing colonial-era statutes.
India's Constitution Completes 76 Years: Journey from Adoption to Modern Governance
Constitution completes 76 years; originally 395 articles, now 470+ after 106 amendments; ongoing reforms include new criminal codes.
Key facts
- Republic Day 2026 marked 76 years since the Constitution came into effect on January 26, 1950
- Constitution drafted by Constituent Assembly chaired by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar over 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days
- Originally 395 articles in 22 parts and 8 schedules; now 448 articles and 12 schedules after 106 amendments
- Key recent developments: 106th Amendment (women's reservation in legislatures), simultaneous elections debate
- Ongoing implementation of new criminal law codes (BNS, BNSS, BSA) replacing colonial-era statutes
Mains angle
Q: India's Constitution completed 76 years on 26 January 2026. Evaluate its evolutionary journey from the Rajendra Prasad-led Constituent Assembly and Ambedkar-led Drafting Committee to its present amended form and recent legal reforms.
Answer (50 words):
Drafted by the Constituent Assembly under Dr. B.R. Ambedkar over 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days, the Constitution originally contained 395 articles, 22 parts, and 8 schedules. It now contains 448 articles and 12 schedules after 106 amendments, including women's legislative reservation and new criminal codes replacing colonial statutes.
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How long did the Constituent Assembly take to draft the Constitution of India?
The Constituent Assembly, chaired by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in the Drafting Committee, took 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days to draft the Constitution of India.
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Frequently asked questions
How many years has India's Constitution been in effect as of Republic Day 2026?
Republic Day 2026 marked **76 years** since the Constitution of India came into effect on **January 26, 1950**.
Who chaired the Constituent Assembly and the Drafting Committee for India's Constitution?
The Constitution was drafted by the **Constituent Assembly chaired by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar** over 2 years, 11 months, and 17 days, adopted on November 26, 1949, and came into effect on January 26, 1950.
When was India's Constitution adopted and when did it come into effect?
India's Constitution was **adopted on November 26, 1949** (celebrated as Constitution Day) and **came into effect on January 26, 1950** (celebrated as Republic Day).
What is Constitution Day (Samvidhan Diwas) in India?
**Constitution Day (Samvidhan Diwas)** is observed on **November 26** every year, commemorating the adoption of India's Constitution by the Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949.
Why is January 26 chosen as India's Republic Day?
January 26 was chosen as **Republic Day** because it was the date in **1930 when the Indian National Congress passed the Purna Swaraj resolution** — demanding complete independence from British rule.
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