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Why was 26 January chosen as the date for India's Constitution to come into effect?
AIt was Purna Swaraj Day (1929 Lahore Congress)
BIt was Gandhi's birthday
CIt was the date of the 1857 Revolt's anniversary
DIt was the date of the Quit India resolution
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. It was Purna Swaraj Day (1929 Lahore Congress)
On 26 January 1930 (Purna Swaraj Day, after the 1929 Lahore Congress), the INC declared complete independence as the goal. Choosing 26 January 1950 for the Constitution honoured that pledge.
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