GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA

SESSION 1997

H	1 

HOUSE RESOLUTION 1244

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Sponsors: Representative Daughtry.

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Referred to:  Rules, Calendar and Operations of the House.

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August 14, 1997

A HOUSE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF INDIA'S INDEPENDENCE FROM BRITISH RULE.
Whereas, August 14, 1997, marks the fiftieth anniversary of India's independence from British rule; and
Whereas, despite wars, natural disasters, and political turmoil during the last 50 years, India has remained a democracy; and
Whereas, various activities throughout the world have been planned to celebrate the anniversary of India's independence; and
Whereas, approximately 10,000 Indian Americans live in North Carolina; and
Whereas, Indian Americans have contributed to the well-being of the State of North Carolina in the fields of health care, technology, science, and business;
Now, therefore, be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
Section 1.  The House of Representatives urges the citizens of the State of North Carolina to commemorate the 50th anniversary of India's independence from Great Britain and to remember the freedoms and rights enjoyed due to the principles of a democratic form of government.
Section 2.  The Principal Clerk shall transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the Indian American Forum for Political Education.
Section 3.  This resolution is effective upon ratification.