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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