Republic Day is a HUGE deal in India! It’s like our birthday as a nation, celebrating the day our Constitution came to life on January 26, 1950. This special day isn’t just about remembering the past, it’s about celebrating what makes India unique – our unity, our amazing diversity, and our belief in democracy.
To help you get excited about Republic Day too, we’ve put together a fun quiz! These questions cover everything from cool historical facts to the awesome celebrations you see all over India. Whether you’re studying for a quiz at school, just want to learn something new, or are curious about the traditions and events that make Republic Day so special, this quiz is for you!
So come on, let’s test your knowledge and learn more about this incredible part of Indian history!
1. When is Republic Day celebrated in India?
A) August 15
B) January 26
C) October 2
D) November 14
Answer: B) January 26
Explanation: Republic Day is celebrated on January 26 every year to mark the day when the Constitution of India came into effect in 1950.
2. In which year was the first Republic Day celebrated?
A) 1947
B) 1950
C) 1952
D) 1960
Answer: B) 1950
Explanation: The first Republic Day was celebrated on January 26, 1950, when the Constitution of India was officially adopted.
3. Which Constitution came into effect on Republic Day in India?
A) British Constitution
B) Indian Penal Code
C) The Constitution of India
D) Directive Principles of State Policy
Answer: C) The Constitution of India
Explanation: On January 26, 1950, the Constitution of India came into force, replacing the Government of India Act 1935.
4. Who was the first President of India?
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
C) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
D) B. R. Ambedkar
Answer: B) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation: Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the first President of India, serving from 1950 to 1962.
5. Who is known as the “Architect of the Indian Constitution”?
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
C) Mahatma Gandhi
D) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Answer: B) Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Explanation: Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, as the chairman of the Drafting Committee, played a key role in framing the Indian Constitution.
Which parade is held on Republic Day in India?
A) Independence Day Parade
B) Republic Day Parade
C) Armed Forces Day Parade
D) Constitution Day Parade
Answer: B) Republic Day Parade
Explanation: The Republic Day Parade is a ceremonial event held in New Delhi, showcasing India’s cultural heritage, military strength, and achievements.
7. Where does the Republic Day Parade take place?
A) India Gate
B) Rajpath
C) Red Fort
D) Parliament House
Answer: B) Rajpath
Explanation: The Republic Day Parade takes place at Rajpath, now renamed Kartavya Path, in New Delhi.
8. Who takes the salute at the Republic Day Parade?
A) Prime Minister
B) Chief Justice of India
C) The President of India
D) Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Answer: C) The President of India
Explanation: The President of India, as the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, takes the salute during the Republic Day Parade.
9. Which award is often announced on Republic Day?
A) Bharat Ratna
B) Padma Awards
C) Gallantry Awards
D) Dronacharya Awards
Answer: B) Padma Awards
Explanation: The Padma Awards, including Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri, are announced on Republic Day to honor distinguished achievements.
10. What are the Padma Awards categories?
A) Padma Ratna, Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri
B) Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri
C) Bharat Ratna, Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan
D) Padma Vibhushan, Bharat Ratna, Padma Shri
Answer: B) Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri
Explanation: The Padma Awards are divided into three categories: Padma Vibhushan (highest), Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri.
11. What is the significance of Republic Day?
A) It celebrates India’s independence.
B) It marks the adoption of the Constitution of India.
C) It celebrates the national anthem.
D) It is the day India became a democracy.
Answer: B) It marks the adoption of the Constitution of India.
Explanation: Republic Day commemorates January 26, 1950, when India officially adopted its Constitution and became a republic.
12. How long did it take to draft the Indian Constitution?
A) 1 year, 5 months
B) 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days
C) 3 years, 2 months
D) 2 years, 8 months, and 15 days
Answer: B) 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days
Explanation: The Drafting Committee, led by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, took 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days to complete the Indian Constitution.
13. Who was the chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Constitution?
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
C) Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
D) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Answer: C) Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Explanation: Dr. B. R. Ambedkar was the chairman of the Drafting Committee and played a pivotal role in framing the Constitution.
14. Which year was the Constitution of India adopted?
A) 1947
B) 1948
C) 1949
D) 1950
Answer: C) 1949
Explanation: The Constitution of India was adopted on November 26, 1949, but came into effect on January 26, 1950.
15. What is the preamble of the Constitution of India called?
A) The “Soul of the Constitution”
B) The “Heart of the Constitution”
C) The “Foundation of the Constitution”
D) The “Key to the Constitution”
Answer: A) The “Soul of the Constitution”
Explanation: The preamble reflects the fundamental philosophy and purpose of the Constitution, often called its “Soul.”
16. Which foreign leader was the first chief guest of the Republic Day parade?
A) Winston Churchill
B) Franklin D. Roosevelt
C) President Sukarno of Indonesia
D) Nikita Khrushchev
Answer: C) President Sukarno of Indonesia
Explanation: President Sukarno of Indonesia was the first chief guest at the Republic Day celebrations in 1950.
17. Which Indian state celebrates its foundation day on Republic Day?
A) Maharashtra
B) Gujarat
C) Himachal Pradesh
D) Punjab
Answer: C) Himachal Pradesh
Explanation: Himachal Pradesh became a full-fledged state of India on January 25, 1971, and celebrates its foundation day on Republic Day.
18. Which Indian military force performs motorcycle stunts during the parade?
A) Indian Air Force
B) Indian Navy
C) Indian Army’s Daredevils team
D) National Cadet Corps
Answer: C) Indian Army’s Daredevils team
Explanation: The Indian Army’s Daredevils team is famous for their thrilling motorcycle stunts during the Republic Day Parade.
19. Which Indian national song is performed at Republic Day celebrations?
A) Jana Gana Mana
B) Vande Mataram
C) Sare Jahan Se Achha
D) Aye Mere Watan Ke Logon
Answer: B) Vande Mataram
Explanation: “Vande Mataram,” the national song of India, is performed during Republic Day celebrations.
20. Which flower petals are showered during the parade?
A) Marigold
B) Rose petals
C) Lotus petals
D) Jasmine petals
Answer: B) Rose petals
Explanation: Helicopters of the Indian Armed Forces shower rose petals during the Republic Day Parade as a mark of celebration.
What is the national motto of India?
A) Unity in Diversity
B) Truth Alone Triumphs
C) Satyameva Jayate
D) Jai Hind
Answer: C) Satyameva Jayate
Explanation: “Satyameva Jayate,” meaning “Truth Alone Triumphs,” is India’s national motto, taken from the Mundaka Upanishad.
22. From which scripture is “Satyameva Jayate” taken?
A) Bhagavad Gita
B) Mundaka Upanishad
C) Rigveda
D) Arthashastra
Answer: B) Mundaka Upanishad
Explanation: The phrase “Satyameva Jayate” is derived from the ancient Indian scripture Mundaka Upanishad.
23. What is the name of India’s highest civilian award?
A) Padma Vibhushan
B) Bharat Ratna
C) Padma Bhushan
D) Param Vir Chakra
Answer: B) Bharat Ratna
Explanation: Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award in India, conferred for exceptional service or performance in any field.
24. When was the Bharat Ratna first awarded?
A) 1950
B) 1954
C) 1965
D) 1971
Answer: B) 1954
Explanation: The Bharat Ratna was first instituted and awarded in 1954.
25. Which three colors are on the Indian national flag?
A) Red, White, and Blue
B) Orange, White, and Green
C) Saffron, White, and Green
D) Yellow, Green, and Blue
Answer: C) Saffron, White, and Green
Explanation: The Indian national flag consists of saffron (representing courage), white (peace), and green (prosperity).
26. What does the Ashoka Chakra represent?
A) Freedom and Equality
B) The eternal wheel of law
C) Strength and Unity
D) Peace and Prosperity
Answer: B) The eternal wheel of law
Explanation: The Ashoka Chakra in the Indian flag symbolizes the eternal wheel of law (Dharma Chakra).
27. How many spokes does the Ashoka Chakra have?
A) 20
B) 22
C) 24
D) 28
Answer: C) 24
Explanation: The Ashoka Chakra has 24 spokes, representing the 24 principles of life such as truth, justice, and progress.
28. What is the significance of January 26th before 1950?
A) Independence Day of India
B) Day of the Lahore Resolution
C) Declaration of Indian Independence
D) Formation of the Indian National Congress
Answer: C) Declaration of Indian Independence
Explanation: On January 26, 1930, the Indian National Congress declared “Purna Swaraj” or complete independence from British rule.
29. Who hoists the national flag at the state capitals on Republic Day?
A) Chief Minister
B) Governor
C) Chief Justice
D) Speaker of the Assembly
Answer: B) Governor
Explanation: The Governor of the respective state hoists the national flag during the Republic Day celebrations at state capitals.
30. What is the term of the President of India?
A) 4 years
B) 5 years
C) 6 years
D) 7 years
Answer: B) 5 years
Explanation: The President of India is elected for a term of five years as per the Constitution.
31. Who was the Prime Minister of India during the first Republic Day?
A) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
B) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
C) Jawaharlal Nehru
D) Lal Bahadur Shastri
Answer: C) Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation: Jawaharlal Nehru was the Prime Minister of India during the first Republic Day celebrations in 1950.
32. How many schedules are there in the Indian Constitution?
A) 8
B) 10
C) 12
D) 15
Answer: C) 12
Explanation: The Indian Constitution originally had 8 schedules, but currently, it has 12 schedules covering various administrative aspects.
33. What is the national emblem of India?
A) The Lion Capital of Ashoka
B) The Peacock
C) The Ashoka Chakra
D) The Bengal Tiger
Answer: A) The Lion Capital of Ashoka
Explanation: The Lion Capital of Ashoka, located at Sarnath, is the national emblem of India and symbolizes strength, courage, and confidence.
34. Where is the Lion Capital of Ashoka located?
A) Delhi
B) Sarnath
C) Amritsar
D) Mumbai
Answer: B) Sarnath
Explanation: The Lion Capital of Ashoka is situated in Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh, and is an important historical monument.
35. What does the saffron color in the national flag symbolize?
A) Purity and Peace
B) Courage and Sacrifice
C) Prosperity and Growth
D) Unity and Diversity
Answer: B) Courage and Sacrifice
Explanation: The saffron color represents courage, sacrifice, and the spirit of renunciation.
36. What does the white color in the national flag represent?
A) Peace and Truth
B) Purity and Unity
C) Freedom and Prosperity
D) Strength and Equality
Answer: A) Peace and Truth
Explanation: The white color in the flag symbolizes peace and truth.
37. What does the green color in the national flag signify?
A) Prosperity and Growth
B) Agriculture and Justice
C) Nature and Freedom
D) Truth and Courage
Answer: A) Prosperity and Growth
Explanation: The green color signifies growth, prosperity, and fertility of the land.
38. Who was the President of India in 2024?
A) Pranab Mukherjee
B) Ram Nath Kovind
C) Droupadi Murmu
D) A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
Answer: C) Droupadi Murmu
Explanation: Droupadi Murmu is the President of India as of 2024, and she is the 15th President of India.
39. Which ministry organizes the Republic Day celebrations?
A) Ministry of Culture
B) Ministry of Home Affairs
C) Ministry of Defence
D) Ministry of External Affairs
Answer: C) Ministry of Defence
Explanation: The Republic Day celebrations, including the parade, are organized by the Ministry of Defence.
40. How many articles were originally in the Indian Constitution?
A) 350
B) 395
C) 400
D) 448
Answer: B) 395
Explanation: The original Constitution of India had 395 articles divided into 22 parts and 8 schedules.
Which article of the Constitution defines India as a Republic?
A) Article 1
B) Article 3
C) Article 5
D) Article 7
Answer: A) Article 1
Explanation: Article 1 of the Indian Constitution declares India as a Union of States and a Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic.
42. How many fundamental rights are there in the Indian Constitution?
A) 5
B) 6
C) 7
D) 8
Answer: B) 6
Explanation: The Constitution of India guarantees six fundamental rights, including the Right to Equality, Freedom, and Constitutional Remedies.
43. What are the fundamental duties in the Indian Constitution?
A) 10 Duties
B) 11 Duties
C) 12 Duties
D) 15 Duties
Answer: B) 11 Duties
Explanation: Fundamental duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976, and there are 11 duties listed under Article 51A.
44. What is the total number of amendments in the Indian Constitution? (As of 2024)
A) 103
B) 104
C) 105
D) 106
Answer: C) 105
Explanation: As of 2024, there are 105 amendments to the Indian Constitution, covering various updates and reforms.
45. What is India’s national anthem?
A) “Jana Gana Mana”
B) “Vande Mataram”
C) “Saare Jahan Se Achha”
D) “Mile Sur Mera Tumhara”
Answer: A) “Jana Gana Mana”
Explanation: “Jana Gana Mana,” written by Rabindranath Tagore, was adopted as the national anthem of India on January 24, 1950.
46. Who wrote the national anthem of India?
A) Mahatma Gandhi
B) Rabindranath Tagore
C) Subhash Chandra Bose
D) Sarojini Naidu
Answer: B) Rabindranath Tagore
Explanation: Rabindranath Tagore composed the national anthem, “Jana Gana Mana,” in Bengali.
47. How long does the Republic Day Parade usually last?
A) About 1 hour
B) About 1.5 hours
C) About 2 hours
D) About 2.5 hours
Answer: D) About 2.5 hours
Explanation: The Republic Day Parade typically lasts about 2.5 hours, featuring elaborate displays of India’s cultural heritage and military might.
48. Which branch of the armed forces is the first to march in the Republic Day Parade?
A) Indian Navy
B) Indian Air Force
C) Indian Army
D) Border Security Force
Answer: C) Indian Army
Explanation: The Indian Army leads the parade, followed by the Navy and Air Force contingents.
49. What is the closing event of Republic Day celebrations?
A) Beating Retreat Ceremony
B) Flypast by the Air Force
C) National Anthem Performance
D) Fireworks Display
Answer: A) Beating Retreat Ceremony
Explanation: The Republic Day celebrations officially end with the Beating Retreat Ceremony held on January 29th at Vijay Chowk.
50. What is the “Beating Retreat” ceremony?
A) A military exercise
B) A cultural program
C) A ceremonial conclusion of Republic Day celebrations
D) A sports event
Answer: C) A ceremonial conclusion of Republic Day celebrations
Explanation: The “Beating Retreat” ceremony marks the end of Republic Day celebrations with bands of the armed forces performing at Vijay Chowk.
