Pohnpei Constitution Day is observed in the state of Pohnpei, part of the Federated States of Micronesia, every November 8. This holiday commemorates the anniversary of the adoption of Pohnpei's constitution, which was ratified on November 8, 1979. The constitution includes a preamble and 15 articles that outline the territory, jurisdiction, citizenship, fundamental rights, and government responsibilities, among other topics. As an official holiday, all schools, banks, post offices, and government agencies in Pohnpei are closed on this day. The celebration typically includes various events to mark the significance of the state constitution, which guarantees a democratic form of government for its citizens. The Federated States of Micronesia, located in the eastern part of the Caroline Islands, has its own federal constitution, ratified in 1979, which mandates that each state, including Pohnpei, maintain its own constitution.