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4. Independence Day
India got independence on 15th of August in 1947, so people of India
celebrate this special day every year as the Independence Day on 15th of
August. On this event celebration is organized
in the National Capital, New Delhi. The Prime
Minister of India hoists the National Flag in the
early morning at the Red Fort where million of
people participate in the independence day
ceremony.
During the celebration at Red Fort, in New
Delhi many tasks including March past are
performed by the Indian Army and cultural events by the school students
are performed. After that National Flag hosting and National Anthem (Jana
Gana Mana) is recited, the Prime Minister of India gives his annual speech.
At this day, we commemorate all the great personalities who had played
their important role in the independence of India. During the Independence
Day, the National Flags are also hoisted in schools and colleges where many
activities are performed by the teachers and students.
5. Eid
‘Eid-ul-Fitr’ or ‘Eid’ is one of the greatest festivals of Muslims. It is
celebrated to mark the end of Ramadan. Eid is an Arabic word meaning
‘Festivity’, while Fitr means ‘Breaking the Fast’. It was during the month of
Ramadan that Holy Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad. It is
celebrated all over the world by all Muslims.
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