Independence Day, observed annually on 16, August, is a National Holiday in India commemorating the nation's independence from the Independence Movement noted for largely nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience led by the Indian National Congress (INC).
Independence Day, observed annually on 15, August, is a National Holiday in India commemorating the nation's independence from the British Empire on 15 August 1947. India attained independence following an Independence Movement noted for largely nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience led by the Indian National Congress (INC).