Celebrate Constitution Day of India! Learn, create, munch, & play, discover spirit of India’s Constitution

Celebrate Constitution Day of India!

Learn, create, munch, & play, discover spirit of India’s Constitution

TINA KHATRI

Hooray! Constitution Day is coming soon.
It’s a special day for everyone in India!

We’ll make a paper Ashoka Chakra—fold it, cut it, and watch it spin.
Then we can enjoy hummus toasts with colorful roasted vegetables.

Are you ready for a challenge?
From the lion on the national emblem to the words in the Preamble,
you can show how much you know about our amazing Constitution.

So get your scissors, pencils, and snack ready,
and have fun learning, crafting, and celebrating Constitution Day!

Paper Ashoka Chakra Craft

Materials Needed

• 1 square piece of blue paper
• A pair of scissors
• Pencil (optional)

Step 1: Make Creases

1. Fold the paper in half horizontally and vertically, then unfold.
2. Fold diagonally both ways, then unfold. You should see 8 lines coming from the center.

(Tip: These lines will help you cut the spokes evenly!)

Step 2: Fold for Cutting

1. Bring all four corners to the center.
2. Fold the new smaller square in half twice.
3. Fold it diagonally into a triangle.You now have a thick triangle ready for cutting.

Step 3: Draw and Cut Spokes

1. The triangle’s tip is the center of your chakra.
2. Lightly draw 16–24 spokes from tip to the outer edge.
3. Carefully cut along the lines. Precision matters – it makes your chakra look neat!

Step 4: Unfold and Finish

1. Slowly unfold the paper.
2. Flatten gently.
3. Your Ashoka Chakra is ready! Use it in a craft project, decoration, or for Constitution Day celebrations.

Hummus Toasts with Roasted Vegetables

Ingredients:

·         Bread slices

·         Hummus (any flavor)

·         Vegetables: bell peppers, carrots, zucchini (thinly sliced)

·         Olive oil, salt, and pepper

Instructions:

1.      Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

2.      Toss sliced vegetables with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 10–12 minutes.

3.      Spread hummus on the bread slices.

4.      Top with roasted vegetables.

5.      Serve immediately as a healthy snack or breakfast.

Trivia Time

1. Who wrote the Constitution?
2. What is the first part of the Constitution called?
3. Which animal stands on the national emblem?
4. Which word in the Preamble means free?
5. Which word in the Preamble means equal?
6. What type of country is India?
7. What system lets people choose leaders?
8. Which symbol carries the motto “Satyameva Jayate”?
9. What is the highest court called?
10. Which group makes the laws?
11. Which group carries out the laws?
12. Which right protects your voice?
13. Which right protects your belief?
14. What value stands for fairness?
15. What is the Indian flag called?
16. Which colour on the flag stands for courage?
17. Which colour on the flag stands for peace?
18. Which colour on the flag stands for growth?
19. Which wheel appears on the flag?
20. What is the first word of the national anthem?
21. What do citizens promise to follow?
22. What day celebrates India’s law book?

Answer Key

1. Ambedkar
2. Preamble
3. Lion
4. Liberty
5. Equality
6. Republic
7. Democracy
8. Emblem
9. Supreme
10. Parliament
11. Executive
12. Speech
13. Religion
14. Justice
15. Tricolour
16. Saffron
17. White
18. Green
19. Ashoka
20. Jana
21. Duties
22. Constitution