Congress' Jairam Ramesh highlights history of Constitution and national emblem on Republic Day

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Monday shared insights into the history of the Indian Constitution and national emblem, on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day.

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Congress leader Jairam Ramesh

India is celebrating its 77th Republic Day, as the nation comes together to mark the adoption of the Constitution and showcase its rich cultural and military heritage.

Ramesh reflected on the history of India’s national emblem, noting that the first handwritten copies of the Constitution featured the Ashokan Lion Capital and that the motto Satyameva Jayate was officially added in early 1949,

He also highlighted historical debates over the motto and the emblem’s original design, referencing observations by historian Radha Kumud Mookerjee.