Prelims 2023 · Polity and Constitution · Question 65
Consider the following statements in respect of the Constitution Day: Statement-I: The Constitution Day is celebrated on 26th November every year to promote constitutional values among citizens. Statement-II: On 26th November, 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar to prepare a Draft Constitution of India. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Answer
Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
Statement-I: Correct. Constitution Day is observed on 26 November every year to spread awareness about the Constitution and promote constitutional values among citizens.
Statement-II: Incorrect. The Drafting Committee was set up on 29 August 1947, with Dr. B. R. Ambedkar as Chairman; 26 November 1949 is the date when the Constitution was adopted by the Constituent Assembly.
Therefore: Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect.