India will celebrate 75 years of our independence from British rule on August 15. India gained independence from the tyranny of the British Empire in 1947. For the first time Prime Minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru hoisted the national flag of independent India.
Lahori Gate of the Red Fort in Delhi and said, At midnight when the world is sleeping, India will wake up for life and freedom. This day marks the sacrifice of our brave leaders and freedom fighters, who gave their all for their countrymen. As always, the Red Fort will witness the prestigious celebration of 75 years of Independence. To commemorate this occasion, let us take a look at the history and significance of this date.
15 August marks the establishment of the independent Indian nation
Independence Day is a national holiday celebrated on 15 August in India. Independence Day marks the end of British rule in 1947 and the establishment of a free and independent Indian nation. It also marks the anniversary of the partition of the subcontinent into two countries, India and Pakistan, which took place at midnight on August 14–15, 1947. (In Pakistan, Independence Day is celebrated on August 14.)
The East India Company ruled India for 100 years
British rule in India began in 1757 when, after the British victory at the Battle of Plassey, the English East India Company began to gain control of the country. The East India Company ruled India for 100 years, until it was replaced by direct British rule (often referred to as the British Raj) following the Indian Mutiny of 1857–58. The Indian independence movement began during World War I and was led by Mohandas Gandhi, who advocated a peaceful and non-violent end to British rule.
Parades take place with members of the armed forces and police Independence Day
is marked across India with flag-raising ceremonies, drills and the singing of the Indian national anthem. In addition, various cultural programs are made available in the state capitals. After Parvada Pradhan participates in the flag-off ceremony at the historic monument Red Fort in Old Delhi, a parade takes place with members of the armed forces and police.
Kite-flying has become an Independence Day
tradition after the Prime Minister delivers a televised address to the nation, describing India's major achievements over the past year and outlining future challenges and goals. Kite flying has become an Independence Day tradition, with kites of various sizes, shapes and colors filling the sky. Also in commemoration of the day, government offices in New Delhi remain lit during the holiday, though closed.
History of Independence Day
Indian freedom fighters including Mahatma Gandhi, Bhagat Singh, Chandrasekhar Azad, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel etc. started many movements which somehow helped to break the shackles of slavery after 90 years. From the Mutiny of 1857 to the Sepoy Mutiny, there were several movements that were a major measure in the fight against the British. We owe this freedom to our brave freedom fighters, who never hesitated to lay down their lives, so that their future generations could breathe the free air of India.
Order to transfer power by June 30, 1948
Lord Mountbatten was ordered by the British Parliament to transfer power by June 30, 1948. In the impatience of the public, Mountbatten knew that if he had waited until June 1948, in the memorable words of C. Rajagopalachari, there would have been none. Pending the transfer of power, he advanced the date to August 1947.
Mountbatten claimed that it was not easy for the British to give up power and admit defeat, so they hid it in the name of stopping bloodshed. Mountbatten claimed that, by moving the date forward, he was ensuring that there would be no bloodshed or riots. However, he was later proved wrong. Batten tried to justify himself that, wherever colonial rule has ended, there has been bloodshed. That's the price you pay. The Indian Independence Bill was introduced in the British House of Commons on July 4, 1947 and was passed within 15 days. On August 15, 1947, British rule over India ended and marked history.
Significance of Independence Day
This day reminds us of all the sacrifices made by our freedom fighters to free India from British rule. 15th August is a national holiday and the day is celebrated later with flag hoisting, parades and cultural events.
Some facts about Independence Day
It has been 73 years since India became independent. India derives its name from the river Indus.
India has had 14 Prime Ministers, one of whom has been a woman Prime Minister.
India has 13 full-time presidents, of whom only one is a woman.
The Indian national flag was designed by Pingali Venkaiah, one of the freedom fighters and also a farmer from Andhra Pradesh.
The national anthem of India was adopted three years after independence.
Mahatma Gandhi could not celebrate the first Independence Day in Delhi.
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