The commemorative coin for the 75 years of the Constitution of India features the engraving of the Parliament building because the Indian Constitution was adopted and enacted within the Parliament.
Significance of the Parliament Building on the Coin
1. Birthplace of the Constitution – The Constituent Assembly of India, which drafted and adopted the Constitution, held its sessions in the Parliament building (then called Central Legislative Assembly).
2. Symbol of Democracy – The Parliament represents India’s democratic values, where laws, policies, and amendments to the Constitution are debated and enacted.
3. Historical Connection – On 26th November 1949, the Constitution was formally adopted in the Parliament, making it the most appropriate symbol for the coin.
4. Tribute to Constitutional Governance – The Parliament is where India's governance, as per the Constitution, functions through elected representatives.
