Independence Day
/ˌɪndɪˈpendəns deɪ/noun
उच्चारण इन्डिपेन्डन्स डे
स्वतंत्रता दिवस
Core word
noun
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[U]
in India, a national holiday on 15 August that celebrates the day in 1947 when India became free from British rule
स्वतंत्रता दिवस
- The Prime Minister hoists the national flag at the Red Fort on Independence Day.
- Children flew kites on Independence Day.
- Schools hold flag-hoisting ceremonies and cultural programmes on Independence Day.
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- Radhika sang a patriotic song on Independence Day.
- Independence Day falls on a Saturday this year.
- Sweets are shared with everyone at the school on Independence Day.
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[U, C]
a day on which a country celebrates becoming independent
(किसी देश का) स्वतंत्रता दिवस
- The United States celebrates Independence Day on 4 July.
- India celebrates Independence Day on 15 August with flag hoisting and cultural programmes.
- Many countries mark Independence Day with parades and fireworks.
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- Independence Day in Pakistan is celebrated on 14 August.
- The country's Independence Day is a public holiday.
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General knowledge
On Independence Day the Prime Minister hoists the flag at the Red Fort, while on Republic Day the President unfurls it in New Delhi.
Independence Day पर प्रधानमंत्री Red Fort पर ध्वजारोहण करते हैं, जबकि Republic Day पर राष्ट्रपति New Delhi में राष्ट्रीय ध्वज फहराते हैं।