On this day, the Preamble, which declares the date of adoption, and certain provisions relating to citizenship, elections, provisional parliament, and temporary and transitional provisions, were given immediate effect. This date is also celebrated as National Law Day or Constitution Day. - The bulk of the Constitution came into force on January 26th, 1950, which is celebrated as Republic Day. - The question specifically asks for the date of adoption. 94. When was the Indian Constitution first adopted?

Asked in WBCS Main Paper 5 2021 · Topic: Constituent Assembly and Making of the Constitution (Enactment and Adoption of the Constitution (key dates, provisions))

1. The Constituent Assembly adopted the Consti‐ tution of India on 26th January, 1950.
2. The Constituent Assembly adopted the Consti‐ tution on 26th January, 1949.
3. The Constitution of India was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 26th November, 1949.
4. The Constitution of India was adopted on 26th November, 1948.

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