India commemorates Constitution Day today. As Prime Minister Modi joins the celebrations, we delve into the historical significance, the role of Dr BR Ambedkar, and the events planned for the day.

Constitution of India has provisions for fundamental rights, directive principles of state policy, and governance structures ensure both: the empowerment of citizens and the accountability of the state.

In 2015, the government designated November 26 as Constitution Day to promote constitutional values, in addition to coinciding with Dr. BR Ambedkar's birth anniversary.

November 26 is observed as Constitution Day in India as on this day in 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India adopted the Constitution, which came into effect on January 26, 1950, marking the beginning of a new era in Indian history.

The day was originally observed as Law Day until the government, in 2015, rechristened it as Constitution Day to mark the 125th birth anniversary of Dr Ambedkar.