Built in 1927, Parliament House is a 'repository of history and a repository of India's democracy'

Parliament House may soon hand over its position as the country's hallowed legislature to a new complex.

Opened on January 18, 1927 , by Lord Irwin -- the then viceroy -- amid fanfare.

The landmark has witnessed colonial rule, the Second World War , the dawn of Independence , the adoption of the Constitution , and the passage of many legislations.

The session is likely to see the proceedings of Parliament move from the old building to the new complex in its vicinity.

Group picture of the members of the Constituent Assembly , taken on the Parliament premises, was shot by AR Datt & Sons Studios , one of the oldest studios in Delhi .

The new triangular-shaped four -storey building has a built-up area of 64,500 square metres .

It will also have a grand Constitution Hall to showcase India 's democratic heritage, a lounge for MPs, library, multiple committee rooms.