After gaining independence from British rule on August 15, 1947, India underwent significant changes. The country adopted a democratic system of governance with a written constitution and became a republic in 1950. India faced the challenging task of uniting a diverse country characterized by religious, cultural, linguistic, and ethnic differences. The country focused on nation-building, emphasizing national integration and secularism. India embarked on a path of development, focusing on industrialization, agriculture, and infrastructure development, with a particular emphasis on self-sufficiency and reducing poverty. The government implemented various social welfare and economic policies to uplift marginalized sections of society and promote inclusive growth.
