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The ceremony commemorated eight decades since India gained independence from colonial rule.

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The ambassador highlighted India's achievements in space exploration, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and renewable energy.

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Certificates were awarded to winners of a knowledge quiz and participants of art workshops featuring Madhubani, Warli, Gond, and Phad painting styles.

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India's guiding philosophy of "the world is one family" was mentioned as a call for international peace and prosperity.

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Summary

Ambassador Abhay Kumar spoke about the country's history, democracy, and scientific progress.

Activities included a quiz, virtual workshops on traditional Indian paintings, and a sharing of Indian snacks.

The celebration emphasized India's role in global cooperation and sustainable development.

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New Words to Learn

24 words
embassy
the official office of one country located in another country
diaspora
people from a country who live abroad but maintain cultural ties
patriotic
showing love and pride for one's nation
fervour
intense enthusiasm or excitement
anthem
the official song that represents a nation
freedom fighters
individuals who fought to free their country from foreign rule
democracy
a form of government where citizens vote for their leaders
diversity
a mix of different peoples, languages, and cultures
constitutional
relating to the basic laws that govern a country
scientific temper
an attitude of thinking based on evidence and experiments
inclusive development
growth that benefits all sections of society
space programme
a nation's organized effort to explore outer space
Chandrayaan
India's series of missions that travel to the Moon
biotechnology
the use of living organisms to develop useful products
pharmaceuticals
drugs and medicines produced to treat illnesses
renewable energy
energy derived from sources that are naturally replenished, such as sunlight or wind
sustainable development
development that meets present needs without harming future generations
Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam
a Sanskrit phrase meaning "the world is one family"
global south
a term for developing nations, especially in Asia, Africa, and Latin America
Indian Council for Cultural Relations
an organization that promotes Indian culture and arts worldwide
Madhubani
a vibrant style of Indian folk painting originating from Bihar
Warli
a simple tribal painting style from the western part of India
Gond
a colorful painting tradition of the Gond tribal community in central India
Phad
a long narrative painting used in storytelling in Rajasthan, India
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