NEW DELHI, Jan. 27 -- India's majestic journey to independence was a testament to her unwavering spirit and unrelenting pursuit of freedom. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, India emerged from the shackles of colonial rule on August 15, 1947, marking the beginning of a new era.

This triumphant moment was the precursor to a more significant milestone, with the Constitution of India coming into effect on January 26, 1950. On this momentous day, India not only donned the mantle of a Republic but also embarked on a path of inclusive governance guided by a visionary Constitution that had been carefully crafted. It gave the country a new face, making it a sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic republic, though the words 'Socialist and S...