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Independence Day is our national festival. It is celebrated every year on 15th August. The Prime Minister of India hoists the national flag at Red Fort on this day. This festival is celebrated because our country, India, became independent on 15th August 1947, from British rule.

When did India become independent?

A) 15th August 1947            

B) 16th August 1947

C) 15th August 1950

D) 15th August 1945