Independence Day 2022 speech for children: Things to bear in mind

Has your kid or younger sibling been asked to make a short speech on Independence Day this year at their school? If so, here is a quick rundown of things to keep in mind while you help them prepare for the speech.

First, some facts you can include in the speech.

• India got independence from British rule on August 15, 1947
• India has completed 75 years of Independence, the country is celebrating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.
• Remember the sacrifices of all freedom fighters who fought for independence from colonial rule.
• The Constitution of India came into effect on 26 January 1950. Bhimrao Ambedkar was the chief architect of the Constitution of India.
• Our national anthem Jana Gana Mana was written by Rabindranath Tagore.
• Our national emblem is an adaptation of the Lion Capital of Emperor Ashoka
• Our national motto is "Satyameva Jayate", which means "Truth Alone Triumphs", in Sanskrit.
• Our national flag was designed by Pingali Venkayya, whose birth anniversary we observed on August 2.

Keep the Independence Day speech short and simple so that children won't get confused and leave out or mix up parts of it. Research and crosscheck all the facts and dates. Make the child practise it many times before they speak on stage.