{"id":53195,"date":"2026-06-27T15:30:07","date_gmt":"2026-06-27T10:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=53195"},"modified":"2026-06-27T15:30:13","modified_gmt":"2026-06-27T10:00:13","slug":"samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Samvidhan Hatya Diwas 2025: Ministry of Culture Commemorates 50 Years of the Emergency | Importance, History &amp; Key Facts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Samvidhan_Hatya_Diwas_2025_marks_50_years_of_the_Emergency_in_India_Learn_its_significance_Article_352_historical_background_key_facts_and_why_this_topic_is_important_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_PSC_and_other_competitive_exams\" >Samvidhan Hatya Diwas 2025 marks 50 years of the Emergency in India. Learn its significance, Article 352, historical background, key facts, and why this topic is important for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, PSC, and other competitive exams.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Ministry_Organises_Nationwide_Commemoration_of_Samvidhan_Hatya_Diwas\" >Ministry Organises Nationwide Commemoration of Samvidhan Hatya Diwas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Union_Minister_Highlights_Democratic_Values\" >Union Minister Highlights Democratic Values<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Exhibition_and_Cultural_Programmes\" >Exhibition and Cultural Programmes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Honouring_Contributors_to_the_Nation\" >Honouring Contributors to the Nation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Governments_Objective\" >Government&#8217;s Objective<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Why_This_News_is_Important\" >Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Important_for_Indian_Polity_and_Constitution\" >Important for Indian Polity and Constitution<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Understanding_Constitutional_Values\" >Understanding Constitutional Values<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Relevance_for_Current_Affairs\" >Relevance for Current Affairs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Examination_Perspective\" >Examination Perspective<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#The_Emergency_of_1975\" >The Emergency of 1975<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Major_Features\" >Major Features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Present-Day_Commemoration\" >Present-Day Commemoration<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\" >Key Takeaways from This News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#1_What_is_Samvidhan_Hatya_Diwas\" >1. What is Samvidhan Hatya Diwas?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#2_Why_is_Samvidhan_Hatya_Diwas_observed\" >2. Why is Samvidhan Hatya Diwas observed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#3_Which_ministry_organized_the_Samvidhan_Hatya_Diwas_commemoration\" >3. Which ministry organized the Samvidhan Hatya Diwas commemoration?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#4_On_which_date_was_the_Emergency_imposed_in_India\" >4. On which date was the Emergency imposed in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#5_Under_which_Article_of_the_Constitution_was_the_Emergency_declared\" >5. Under which Article of the Constitution was the Emergency declared?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#6_How_long_did_the_Emergency_last_in_India\" >6. How long did the Emergency last in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#7_What_was_the_theme_of_the_exhibition_organized_during_the_event\" >7. What was the theme of the exhibition organized during the event?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#8_What_is_the_Digital_District_Repository_DDR\" >8. What is the Digital District Repository (DDR)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#9_Why_is_this_topic_important_for_competitive_examinations\" >9. Why is this topic important for competitive examinations?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#10_Which_subjects_are_most_closely_related_to_this_current_affairs_topic\" >10. Which subjects are most closely related to this current affairs topic?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/samvidhan-hatya-diwas-2025\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Samvidhan_Hatya_Diwas_2025_marks_50_years_of_the_Emergency_in_India_Learn_its_significance_Article_352_historical_background_key_facts_and_why_this_topic_is_important_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_PSC_and_other_competitive_exams\"><\/span><strong>Samvidhan Hatya Diwas 2025<\/strong> marks 50 years of the Emergency in India. Learn its significance, Article 352, historical background, key facts, and why this topic is important for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, PSC, and other competitive exams.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ministry_Organises_Nationwide_Commemoration_of_Samvidhan_Hatya_Diwas\"><\/span>Ministry Organises Nationwide Commemoration of Samvidhan Hatya Diwas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Ministry of Culture commemorated <strong>Samvidhan Hatya Diwas<\/strong> through a special programme organised by the Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT) in New Delhi to mark the completion of <strong>50 years since the Emergency was imposed on June 25, 1975<\/strong>. The event aimed to reinforce awareness about democracy, constitutional values, citizens&#8217; rights, and the importance of preserving democratic institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Union_Minister_Highlights_Democratic_Values\"><\/span>Union Minister Highlights Democratic Values<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat addressed the gathering and stated that democracy forms an integral part of India&#8217;s identity. He emphasised that democracy extends beyond elections and includes freedom of expression, an independent media, protection of citizens&#8217; dignity, and the supremacy of the Constitution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the Minister, remembering the Emergency provides an opportunity to understand the value of constitutional freedoms and appreciate the resilience of India&#8217;s democratic institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exhibition_and_Cultural_Programmes\"><\/span>Exhibition and Cultural Programmes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event featured an exhibition titled <strong>&#8220;Long Live Democracy&#8221;<\/strong>, showcasing the impact of the Emergency and highlighting the importance of protecting constitutional rights. Another exhibition focused on the <strong>Digital District Repository (DDR)<\/strong>, a national initiative documenting district-level stories, personalities, and places associated with India&#8217;s freedom struggle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More than one thousand students from schools and NGOs participated in the programme. A documentary on Samvidhan Hatya Diwas was screened, while CCRT scholars presented a musical tribute celebrating the spirit of democracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Honouring_Contributors_to_the_Nation\"><\/span>Honouring Contributors to the Nation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Veteran journalist Ram Bahadur Rai, who was imprisoned during the Emergency, delivered a special address reflecting on that period. Freedom fighters, researchers, teachers, and institutions contributing to the Digital District Repository were also felicitated for preserving India&#8217;s historical legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Governments_Objective\"><\/span>Government&#8217;s Objective<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Government has notified that <strong>June 25<\/strong> will be observed annually as <strong>Samvidhan Hatya Diwas<\/strong>. The nationwide commemoration, running from June 2024 to June 2026, seeks to educate citizens about constitutional values, democratic rights, and the lessons learned from the Emergency period through seminars, exhibitions, debates, and public awareness programmes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Samvidhan-Hatya-Diwas-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQFGRVr8UH5rHRjCMatlS6c1eVF5JIY6IQ4aXH5w7FQSQ&amp;s=10\" alt=\"Samvidhan Hatya Diwas 2025\" title=\"Samvidhan Hatya Diwas 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Samvidhan Hatya Diwas 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_Indian_Polity_and_Constitution\"><\/span>Important for Indian Polity and Constitution<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This development is highly relevant for competitive examinations because questions related to the <strong>Emergency (1975\u20131977)<\/strong>, Fundamental Rights, constitutional amendments, and democratic institutions are frequently asked in UPSC, State PSCs, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, Police, and Teaching examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Constitutional_Values\"><\/span>Understanding Constitutional Values<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The observance encourages citizens to understand the importance of constitutional governance, civil liberties, judicial independence, and freedom of the press. It also serves as a reminder of the consequences when democratic institutions face extraordinary constitutional situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_for_Current_Affairs\"><\/span>Relevance for Current Affairs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Government&#8217;s annual observance of Samvidhan Hatya Diwas has become an important contemporary current affairs topic. Aspirants should know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Date of observance: <strong>25 June<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Linked event: Proclamation of the National Emergency in 1975<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Objective: Promote awareness of constitutional values and democratic rights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organising Ministry: Ministry of Culture<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Examination_Perspective\"><\/span>Examination Perspective<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Questions may be asked regarding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Article 352 of the Constitution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Internal Emergency (1975)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fundamental Rights during Emergency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Constitutional amendments during the Emergency period<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Major personalities and political developments associated with the Emergency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Emergency_of_1975\"><\/span>The Emergency of 1975<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On <strong>25 June 1975<\/strong>, a National Emergency was proclaimed under <strong>Article 352<\/strong> of the Constitution on the ground of &#8220;internal disturbance.&#8221; It remained in force until <strong>21 March 1977<\/strong>, making it one of the most significant constitutional periods in independent India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Features\"><\/span>Major Features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the Emergency:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fundamental Rights were significantly restricted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Press censorship was imposed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Several political leaders and activists were detained.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The powers of the executive expanded considerably.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parliament passed important constitutional amendments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Present-Day_Commemoration\"><\/span>Present-Day Commemoration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In recent years, the Government has designated <strong>25 June<\/strong> as <strong>Samvidhan Hatya Diwas<\/strong> to remember the Emergency period and to promote awareness regarding constitutional governance and democratic values through educational and public outreach programmes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from This News<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Samvidhan Hatya Diwas is observed annually on <strong>25 June<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The observance marks the anniversary of the Emergency imposed on <strong>25 June 1975<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The Ministry of Culture organised the national commemoration through <strong>CCRT<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The programme highlighted democracy, constitutional values, citizens&#8217; rights, and the rule of law.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The topic is highly important for UPSC, PSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, Police, and other government examinations due to its connection with the Indian Constitution and polity.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Samvidhan Hatya Diwas 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_Samvidhan_Hatya_Diwas\"><\/span>1. What is Samvidhan Hatya Diwas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Samvidhan Hatya Diwas is observed every year on <strong>25 June<\/strong> to commemorate the proclamation of the Emergency in India in 1975 and to promote awareness about the importance of democracy and constitutional values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Why_is_Samvidhan_Hatya_Diwas_observed\"><\/span>2. Why is Samvidhan Hatya Diwas observed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is observed to remind citizens of the significance of protecting the Constitution, democratic institutions, civil liberties, and Fundamental Rights while remembering the events during the Emergency (1975\u20131977).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_ministry_organized_the_Samvidhan_Hatya_Diwas_commemoration\"><\/span>3. Which ministry organized the Samvidhan Hatya Diwas commemoration?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Ministry of Culture<\/strong>, through the <strong>Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT)<\/strong>, organized the commemorative programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_On_which_date_was_the_Emergency_imposed_in_India\"><\/span>4. On which date was the Emergency imposed in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The National Emergency was proclaimed on <strong>25 June 1975<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Under_which_Article_of_the_Constitution_was_the_Emergency_declared\"><\/span>5. Under which Article of the Constitution was the Emergency declared?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Emergency was declared under <strong>Article 352<\/strong> of the Constitution of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_long_did_the_Emergency_last_in_India\"><\/span>6. How long did the Emergency last in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Emergency remained in force from <strong>25 June 1975 to 21 March 1977<\/strong>, lasting approximately <strong>21 months<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_was_the_theme_of_the_exhibition_organized_during_the_event\"><\/span>7. What was the theme of the exhibition organized during the event?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the major exhibitions was titled <strong>&#8220;Long Live Democracy,&#8221;<\/strong> highlighting the importance of democratic values and constitutional governance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_is_the_Digital_District_Repository_DDR\"><\/span>8. What is the Digital District Repository (DDR)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Digital District Repository is an initiative that documents district-level contributions, historical personalities, and important places associated with India&#8217;s freedom movement and cultural heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Why_is_this_topic_important_for_competitive_examinations\"><\/span>9. Why is this topic important for competitive examinations?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Emergency, Article 352, Fundamental Rights, constitutional amendments, and democratic governance are frequently asked topics in UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, Police, and Teaching examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Which_subjects_are_most_closely_related_to_this_current_affairs_topic\"><\/span>10. 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