This easy-to-understand article provides a clear overview of India’s 75th Republic Day celebrated on January 26th, 2024. It covers the major attractions of the parade, honors given, and a brief, straightforward explanation of the historical significance of Republic Day in India.
Key Points of India’s 75th Republic Day
- French Army Participation: Soldiers from France’s Foreign Legion marched in the parade.
- Top Culture Float: The Ministry of Culture’s float, showing India’s democracy history, won first place.
- Women’s Power Theme: The parade focused on women’s strength, including an all-women military team.
- Best NCC Group: Maharashtra’s youth group won the top prize for the third year.
- DRDO’s Show: India’s defense research group displayed missiles and tech for self-defense.
- Child Hero Awards: Kids with special talents or who did brave things got awards.
- Veer Gatha Project: Stories of army bravery were shared to teach kids about courage.
- Saree Display: Different sarees from India were shown, celebrating weaving art and women.
- Music Ceremony: The Beating Retreat ceremony had bands playing Indian music.
Simple History of Republic Day
- What It Is: India celebrates becoming a country with its own rules on January 26th.
- 1920s Background: Leaders and groups fought for India’s freedom from British rule.
- Independence Goal: Some leaders wanted complete freedom, not just some power under British rule.
- Key Declarations: In the late 1920s, India’s leaders asked for full independence.
- First Independence Day: January 26th used to be celebrated as Independence Day before 1947.