Let's know some Interesting facts about Republic day, special day for all indian.--
- Did you know that there are just two original copies of the Constitution of India, that were hand written in Hindi and English? They have been preserved in helium-filled cases and kept at the Parliament of India. As one of the most flourishing democracies gears up to celebrate its 64th Republic Day,
- The Republic Day parade was first held in 1955. The first chief guest at the Rajpath parade was Malik Gulam Mohammed - the first governor general of Pakistan.
- Republic Day celebrations last for three days! The beating retreat ceremony on the third day marks the end of the celebrations.
- One of the unique sights during the parade is the camel mounted Border Security Force contingent, which is the only camel-mounted military force in the world.
- Pakistan's Food and Agriculture Minister, Rana Abdul Hamid was the second state guest from that country for Republic Day in 1965, a few days after which the two countries went to a war.
- During the beating retreat ceremony, Mahatma Gandhi's favourite Hymn 'Abide With Me' is played.
Source:in.com
