5 Countries Celebrating Indepedence Day On August 15 Alongside India

1. India

Known as Gwangbokjeol ("Restoration of Light Day"), it commemorates Korea's liberation from Japanese occupation at the end of World War II.

3. North Korea

Known as Chogukhaebangŭi nal ("Day of Liberation"), it marks the country's liberation from Japanese rule, similar to South Korea.

4. Bahrain

Bahrain gained independence from British protectorate status on this day, though the country officially celebrates it on December 16, National Day.

5. Liechtenstein

Commemorates the independence of the Principality of Liechtenstein from the German Confederation.