Republic Day Quiz: Answer These 25 Questions To Test You Knowledge About India
R-Day Quiz: India celebrates Republic Day on January 26 to mark the day its Constitution came into effect. Take this quiz to know what else do you know about India, its Constitution, and Republic Day.
Republic Day 2025: India celebrates Republic Day on January 26 every year, marking the date on which the Constitution of India came into effect in 1950. This historic day is a reminder of the country's rich heritage, the sacrifices of our freedom fighters, and the principles of democracy and equality enshrined in the Constitution.
To honour this significant occasion, test your knowledge about India's history, culture, and the significance of Republic Day with this engaging quiz.
1. When was the Constitution of India adopted?
a) January 26, 1950
b) August 15, 1947
c) January 26, 1949
d) November 26, 1949
Answer: d) November 26, 1949
2. Who is known as the "Father of the Indian Constitution"?
a) Jawaharlal Nehru
b) BR Ambedkar
c) Mahatma Gandhi
d) Sardar Patel
Answer: b) BR Ambedkar
3. How many articles were there in the Indian Constitution originally?
a) 395
b) 444
c) 370
d) 448
Answer: a) 395
4. The national emblem of India is adapted from which ancient structure?
a) Qutub Minar
b) Sanchi Stupa
c) Ashoka Pillar at Sarnath
d) Ajanta Caves
Answer: c) Ashoka Pillar at Sarnath
5. The first Republic Day parade was held in which year?
a) 1947
b) 1950
c) 1952
d) 1949
Answer: b) 1950
6. Who hoists the national flag on Republic Day in New Delhi?
a) Prime Minister
b) President
c) Chief Justice of India
d) Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Answer: b) President
7. How many schedules were there in the original Indian Constitution?
a) 10
b) 8
c) 12
d) 11
Answer: b) 8
8. What does the wheel in the Indian national flag represent?
a) Progress
b) Justice
c) Truth
d) Freedom
Answer: a) Progress
9. Which country's Constitution inspired the Indian Directive Principles of State Policy?
a) United States
b) Ireland
c) Australia
d) Canada
Answer: b) Ireland
10. The idea of the Parliamentary system of governance in India is borrowed from:
a) USA
b) Britain
c) France
d) Germany
Answer: b) Britain
11. Who was the first President of India?
a) Rajendra Prasad
b) Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
c) Jawaharlal Nehru
d) BR Ambedkar
Answer: a) Rajendra Prasad
12. Which part of the Constitution deals with the Fundamental Rights?
a) Part II
b) Part III
c) Part IV
d) Part V
Answer: b) Part III
13. What is the maximum age to become the President of India?
a) 65 years
b) 70 years
c) No maximum age
d) 75 years
Answer: c) No maximum age
14. How many languages are listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution?
a) 22
b) 18
c) 25
d) 21
Answer: a) 22
15. Who was the chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution?
a) BR Ambedkar
b) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
c) Jawaharlal Nehru
d) Sardar Patel
Answer: a) BR Ambedkar
16. 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
17. The Constitution of India declares India as a:
a) Federal State
b) Unitary State
c) Quasi-Federal State
d) Union of States
Answer: d) Union of States
18. In which year was the national anthem of India adopted?
a) 1947
b) 1950
c) 1949
d) 1948
Answer: b) 1950
19. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the Panchayati Raj system?
a) Part VIII
b) Part IX
c) Part X
d) Part XI
Answer: b) Part IX
20. What is the name of the award given on Republic Day for exceptional service towards the nation?
a) Padma Awards
b) Bharat Ratna
c) National Bravery Awards
d) Param Vir Chakra
Answer: a) Padma Awards
21. When did India become a Republic?
a) January 26, 1949
b) January 26, 1950
c) August 15, 1947
d) January 1, 1950
Answer: b) January 26, 1950
22. Which Amendment made the Right to Education a Fundamental Right?
a) 86th Amendment
b) 74th Amendment
c) 42nd Amendment
d) 61st Amendment
Answer: a) 86th Amendment
23. The Indian Constitution is divided into how many parts currently?
a) 22
b) 25
c) 20
d) 21
Answer: b) 25
24. The Preamble of the Indian Constitution begins with which words?
a) We the People of India
b) Sovereign Socialist Secular
c) India, that is Bharat
d) Justice, Liberty, Equality
Answer: a) We the People of India
25. How long did it take to draft the Indian Constitution?
a) 2 years, 11 months, 17 days
b) 3 years, 1 month, 15 days
c) 2 years, 5 months, 10 days
d) 3 years
Answer: a) 2 years, 11 months, 17 days
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