When did the Drafting Committee publish the first draft of the Indian Constitution?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. February 1948.
The Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution, chaired by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, published the first draft of the Indian Constitution on February 21, 1948. This draft was prepared after extensive discussions and consultations within the committee and with various stakeholders. The draft provided a comprehensive framework for the governance of independent India, addressing fundamental rights, the structure of government, and various legal and administrative aspects. The final Constitution was adopted on November 26, 1949, and came into effect on January 26, 1950.