Constitution Day: 7 interesting facts you should know
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#1
The Constitution of India was adopted on November 26, 1949, and Constitution Day is celebrated annually on this date in honour of Dr BR Ambedkar.
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#2
The Constitution was inspired by the legal frameworks of several countries, including the UK, Ireland, Germany, Canada, and Australia.
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#3
It was entirely handwritten, and the original copy is preserved in the Library of Parliament.
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#4
The drafting process of the Constitution took 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days, resulting in original copies written in both Hindi and English.
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#5
Dr BR Ambedkar was the chief architect of the Constitution, playing a crucial role in its development.
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#6
The original copies of the Constitution were calligraphed by Shri Prem Bihari Narayan Raizada, who completed the writing in 6 months.
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#7
During the writing process, a total of 433 pen nibs were completely worn out, highlighting the dedication involved in creating this foundational document.