Baku:Azerbaijan marks Constitution Day, commemorating the adoption of its first constitution as an independent nation in 1995. This significant document laid the foundation for the country's legal framework and governance after gaining independence from the Soviet Union.

According to Trend News Agency, Azerbaijan's constitutional history is rooted in its time as part of the USSR. The initial constitution of Azerbaijan was adopted in 1921 during the All-Azerbaijan Soviets Congress. Subsequent revisions occurred, with the final Soviet-era version approved in 1978, aligning with the broader USSR Constitution.

Following independence, Azerbaijan identified the need for a new constitution to reflect its status as a sovereign state. A commission led by President Heydar Aliyev was tasked with drafting this document, which was subsequently presented to the public via a referendum. The new constitution was officially adopted on November 12, 1995, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's history.