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The freedom struggle, the symbols of the Republic and the people who shaped it. For 15 August and 26 January.

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Quick answerUpdated 2026-09-24

What are good India quiz questions for national days?

Good India quiz questions for national days cover the freedom struggle, the symbols of the Republic and the people who built it. The India section of the QG Playground quiz library starts with the Independence Day quiz: 20 questions with answers on the Quit India Movement, the Dandi March, the national flag, anthem and emblem, and the Constitution, which came into effect on 26 January 1950. The same pack works for Independence Day on 15 August and Republic Day on 26 January, in offices and schools. Preview the first 10 questions free. With a free account, add the pack to your quizzes and host it live on a big screen while players answer on their phones with a room code, no app needed. You can edit any question, add a picture round of monuments, or ask Granny, the AI assistant, to write a round on your own state or city.

Five India quiz questions to try

A taste from the pack above, with the correct answers marked in green.

1
On what date did India become independent?
A. 26 January 1947B. 15 August 1947C. 26 January 1950D. 15 August 1950
2
Who gave the “Tryst with Destiny” speech?
A. Mahatma GandhiB. Jawaharlal NehruC. B. R. AmbedkarD. Sarojini Naidu
3
Who wrote India's national anthem?
A. Bankim Chandra ChattopadhyayB. Rabindranath TagoreC. Muhammad IqbalD. Subramania Bharati
4
What are the colours of the national flag, top to bottom?
A. Green, white, saffronB. Saffron, white, greenC. Saffron, green, whiteD. White, saffron, green
5
The national flag is based on a design by…
A. Pingali VenkayyaB. Madam Bhikaji CamaC. Rabindranath TagoreD. Nandalal Bose

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Can I use the Independence Day quiz for Republic Day?
Yes. It covers the Constitution and the national symbols, so it works for 26 January as well as 15 August.
Is it suitable for school students?
Yes. At easy to medium level it suits students from about age 12. For younger classes, drop the harder dates.
How long does the Independence Day quiz take?
About 15 minutes live for all 20 questions. Show a leaderboard after every five, and keep the final five for a close finish.

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