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Every year India celebrates its Republic Day on 26 January. This day commemorates a significant day in the history of India when the nation implemented its constitution as well as welcomed its long-awaited transition to a democratic and republic nation from a British Raj dominion. As the day is gradually approaching, the Republic Day quiz 2024 has become a trending topic for school and college competitions. So, if you are a keen learner who wants to enhance your knowledge about Republic Day, get ready to challenge your friends and learn new things with this quiz full of 50+ Republic Day GK quiz questions with answers.
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Republic Day Quiz 2024
Table of Contents
1. Who is the Chief Guest for the Republic Day parade in 2024:
- Joko Widodo, President of Indonesia
- Emmanuel Macron, President of France
- Olaf Scholz, Chancellor of Germany
Answer- Emmanuel Macron, President of France
2. India will be celebrating its ___ Republic Day in 2024.
- 74th
- 75th
- 76th
Answer- 75th
3. Which of the given contingents lead that march past on Republic Day?
- Navy
- Air Force
- Infantry
Answer- Infantry
4. What is the name of the aircraft display team performing at the Republic Day parade?
- Garuda
- Tejas
- Surya Kiran
Answer- Surya Kiran
5. What is the significance of the Beating Retreat ceremony?
- It reflects the harmony and diversity of India.
- It refers to the 21 most important states of India.
- It marks the conclusion of the Republic Day celebrations.
Answer- It marks the conclusion of the Republic Day celebrations.
6. How many Gun Salutes are fired for the President on the Republic Day?
- 27
- 24
- 21
Answer- 21
7. Who takes the salute on Republic Day?
- Chief guest
- President
- Prime Minister
Answer- President
8. Why is 26 January Important in India?
- Independence Day
- Republic Day
- Children’s Day
Answer- Republic Day
9. What is the theme of the Republic Day of India in 2024?
- India – Mother of Democracy
- Beti Bachao Beti Pdhao
- One District One Product
Answer- India – Mother of Democracy
10. Who was the Chief Guest of the first Republic Day parade of India in 1950?
- King Tribhuvan Bir Bikram Shah
- President Sukarno
- President Norodom
Answer- President Sukarno
11. India became a republic in which year?
- 1949
- 1947
- 1950
Answer- 1950
12. What is the significance of Republic Day in India?
- It commemorates the independence of India.
- Republic Day is the day when India implemented its constitution.
- It commemorates India’s victory in a war.
Answer- Republic Day is the day when India implemented its constitution.
13. The parade of Republic Day is held in:
- New Delhi
- Mumbai
- Chennai
Answer- New Delhi
14. What is the name of the 21-gun salute fired during the Republic Day parade?
- Ashoka gun
- Republic gun
- Victory gun
Answer- Victory gun
15. How many states participated in the Republic Day Parade 2023?
- 17
- 23
- 19
Answer- 17
16. How many tableaux were there during the Republic Day Parade in 2023?
- 23
- 25
- 27
Answer- 23
17. Who was the chief guest of the Republic parade in 2023?
- Abdel Fattah El-Sisi
- Emmanuel Macron
- Ram Nath Kovind
Answer- Abdel Fattah El-Sisi
18. The highest civilian award of the Republic of India is?
- Padma Vibhushan
- Padma Shri
- Bharat Ratna
Answer- Bharat Ratna
19. The Republic Day parade starts from?
- Rashtrapati Bhawan
- India Gate
- Lotus Temple
Answer- Rashtrapati Bhawan
20. Among the following, what is the significance of the 21-gun salute on Republic Day?
- It pays tribute to the 21 leaders of the Indian Constitution.
- It is a military tradition to honor the head of state.
- It represents the 21 states of India.
Answer- It is a military tradition to honor the head of state.
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1. What was the original name of the Rashrapati Bhavan, the official residence of the President?
- Viceroy’s House
- King’s Palace
- Governor’s Mansion
Answer- Viceroy’s House
2. How many times Representatives from the United Kingdom have been invited to the Republic Day Parade in India?
- 3
- 4
- 5
Answer- 5
3. Who was the first President of India?
- Zakir Hussain
- Rajendra Prasad
- Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
Answer- Rajendra Prasad
4. The National Flag of India was designed by?
- Mahatma Gandhi
- Pingali Venkayya
- Sardar Patel
Answer- Pingali Venkayya
5. The Indian national flag of India was adopted by the Constituent Assembly of India on which date?
- 22 July 1947
- 22 July 1948
- 22 July 1949
Answer- 22 July 1947
6. What is the national emblem of India?
- Lion Capital
- Eagle
- Tiger
Answer- Lion Capital
7. Who wrote the national anthem of India?
- Sarojini Naidu
- Rabindranath Tagore
- Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
Answer- Rabindranath Tagore
8. Who composed the national song “Vande Mataram”?
- Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
- Rabindranath Tagore
- Raja Ram Mohan Roy
Answer- Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
9. Which Indian leader is also known as the “Father of the Nation”?
- Jawaharlal Nehru
- Mahatma Gandhi
- Sardar Patel
Answer- Mahatma Gandhi
10. What do the three lions on the Ashoka Chakra represent?
- Power, courage, confidence, and pride
- Resilience
- Unwavering determination
Answer- Power, courage, confidence, and pride
11. Who unfurls the national flag at the Red Fort on Republic Day?
- Prime Minister
- President
- CJI
Answer- Prime Minister
12. The first citizen of India is:
- The Prime Minister
- The President
- The CJI
Answer- The President
13. Who drafted the Indian Constitution?
- Jawaharlal Nehru
- Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar
- Lal Bahadur Shastri
Answer- Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar
14. What is the official name of the President’s bodyguard?
- CJI
- PBG
- CID
Answer- PBG
15. Who is known as the Father of the Indian Constitution?
- Bal Gangadhar Tilak
- Bhimrao Ambedkar
- Jawaharlal Nehru
Answer- Bhimrao Ambedkar
16. Who takes the military salute during the parade on the Republic Day?
- Vice President of India
- Chief Guest
- President of India
Answer- President of India
17. Which awards are presented during the Republic Day parade in India?
- National Bravery Awards
- Padma Bhushan
- Padma Shri
Answer- National Bravery Awards
18. Which article of the Indian constitution allows hoisting the National Flag as a Fundamental Right?
- Article 21
- Article 19 (i) (a)
- Article 18 (b)
Answer- Article 19 (i) (a)
19. Taj Mahal, a prominent monument of India is located in which state?
- Jaipur
- Agra
- Delhi
Answer- Agra
20. The President’s Bodyguard is a unit of which branch of the Indian Armed Forces?
- Navy
- Army
- Air force
Answer- Army
21. The ratio of the length to the height (width) of the Indian National Flag is?
- 3:3
- 3:2
- 1:3
Answer- 3:2
22. The saffron color in the Indian National flag symbolizes?
- Peace and hospitality
- Truth
- Strength and courage
Answer- Strength and courage
23. Who is the 15th President of India?
- Ram Nath Kovind
- M. Venkaiah Naidu
- Droupadi Murmu
Answer- Droupadi Murmu
24. According to Dr. Ambedkar, what is the heart and soul of the Indian Constitution?
- Right of freedom
- Right to constitutional remedies
- Right to freedom of religion
Answer- Right to constitutional remedies
25. The National flag of India is also known as:
- Tricolor
- Sankh
- No name
Answer- Tricolor
26. The Discovery of India was written by?
- Mahatma Gandhi
- Jawaharlal Nehru
- Indira Gandhi
Answer- Jawaharlal Nehru
27. Who is the first Indian woman to hoist the Indian national flag on Republic Day?
- Bhikaji Rustom Cama
- Kiran Bedi
- Indira Gandhi
Answer- Bhikaji Rustom Cama
28. The Constitution of India was adopted on:
- 26th November, 1949
- 26th November, 1948
- 26th November, 1947
Answer- 26th November, 1949
29. Which flower is displayed more prominently during the Republic Day celebrations?
- Rose
- Marigold
- Lotus
Answer- Lotus
30. Who is the chief guest at the Republic Day parade in India?
- President of India
- Prime Minister of India
- Head of State or Government of a foreign country
Answer- Head of State or Government of a foreign country
31. How long did it take to create the Constitution of India?
- 2 years, 11 months, 18 days
- 2 years, 10, 5 days
- 2 years, 4 months, 20 days
Answer- 2 years, 11 months, 18 days
32. The Beating Retreat Ceremony takes place on which date?
- 27 January
- 30 January
- 29 January
Answer- 29 January
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1. Who is the current President of India?
- Droupadi Murmu
- Narendra Modi
- Rahul Gandhi
Answer- Droupadi Murmu
2. Who is the current Defense Minister of India?
- Rajnath Singh
- Smriti Irani
- S. Jaishankar
Answer- Rajnath Singh
3. Who is the current Prime Minister of India?
- Manmohan Singh
- Rajiv Gandhi
- Narendra Modi
Answer- Narendra Modi
4. Who is the current Chief of Army Staff of India?
- General Manoj Pande
- M. M. Naravane
- Prakash Katoch
Answer- General Manoj Pande
5. Who is the current Chief Justice of India?
- Sharad Arvind Bobde
- J. S. Khehar
- Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud
Answer- Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud
6. Who is the current Chief of Naval Staff of India?
- Suresh Mehta
- Admiral R. Hari Kumar PVSM
- Karambir Singh
Answer- Admiral R. Hari Kumar PVSM
7. Who is the current Chief of Defence Staff of India?
- Lt General Anil Chauhan
- Rajiv Bhatnagar
- Bipin Rawat
Answer- Lt General Anil Chauhan
8. Who was recently appointed as the Chairman of the Sixteenth Finance Commission?
- Amit Mitra
- Viral Acharya
- Arvind Panagariya
Answer- Arvind Panagariya
9. Who has been appointed as India’s ambassador to the WTO in Geneva?
- Senthil Pandian C
- Brajendra Navnit
- M Selvendran
Answer- Senthil Pandian C
10. Telangana collaborated with which organization to establish the C4IR or the Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution?
- International Monetary Fund
- World Bank
- World Economic Forum
Answer- World Economic Forum
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What is the Significance of Republic Day in India?
Republic Day in India is celebrated with great enthusiasm and a deep sense of pride. While the point of attraction for the day is the grand parade that takes place in New Delhi, tableaus from different states are also a sight to behold. Moreover, it also has great significance for the people of the country:
- It pays tribute to soldiers who lost their lives while protecting the country from threats.
- The day also celebrates the emergence of India as a sovereign, independent, and republic state.
- The day urges the citizens of India to feel proud of the country’s development and progress alongside realizing their duty as responsible citizens.
- It is also a symbol of national unity and integrity.
Below we have mentioned a few interesting facts about the Republic Day of India. Let’s get started with learning about this historical day.
- The Constitution of India came into effect on 26 January because the country also celebrates the anniversary of Purna Swaraj Day.
- The Constitution of India is the longest-written constitution in the entire world. It has 448 Articles in 22 Parts and 12 Schedules.
- The Constitution of India was written in both English and Hindi language.
- Jana Gana Mana, the national anthem of India, was given by Rabindranath Tagore in 1911.
- The Prime Minister of India places a garland at Amar Jawan Jyoti on every national occasion to honor the souls of soldiers who sacrificed their lives fighting for the country’s safety and security.
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