Multiple choice general knowledge history

The Constitution of India came into force, and India declared itself a Republic on January 26,

  1. 1947

  2. 1950

  3. 1956

  4. 1949

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Constitution of India was adopted on November 26, 1949, but came into force on January 26, 1950. This date was chosen because it was Republic Day, celebrating when India became a sovereign republic. India gained independence on August 15, 1947, but remained a Dominion until 1950.