Take this light-hearted yet informative quiz and find out if you’re a true India buff or need a quick history refresher!
How well do you actually know the nation you call home? Representational Pic
As India gears up to celebrate its 79th Independence Day on August 15, 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the country’s vibrant history, diverse culture, and incredible achievements. But how well do you actually know the nation you call home?
Take this light-hearted yet informative quiz and find out if you’re a true India buff or need a quick history refresher!
Independence Day: The Ultimate Quiz
1. When did India officially become a republic?
A. August 15, 1947
B. January 26, 1950
C. October 2, 1949
D. November 26, 1949
2. Who was the first Indian woman to become Prime Minister?
A. Sarojini Naidu
B. Pratibha Patil
C. Indira Gandhi
D. Sushma Swaraj
3. How many states and union territories does India have in 2025?
A. 28 states, 8 UTs
B. 29 states, 7 UTs
C. 28 states, 9 UTs
D. 30 states, 6 UTs
4. Which Indian city is known as the “Silicon Valley of India”?
A. Pune
B. Hyderabad
C. Bengaluru
D. Gurugram
5. What does the blue wheel in the Indian national flag represent?
A. Unity
B. Justice
C. Progress
D. Dharma (law)
6. Who gave the famous slogan, “Give me blood and I will give you freedom”?
A. Mahatma Gandhi
B. Bhagat Singh
C. Jawaharlal Nehru
D. Subhas Chandra Bose
7. Which fundamental right was added by the 86th Amendment in 2002?
A. Right to Equality
B. Right to Education
C. Right to Privacy
D. Right to Vote
8. In which year did India win its first Cricket World Cup?
A. 1983
B. 1975
C. 2007
D. 2011
9. Who was the first President of independent India?
A. B.R. Ambedkar
B. C. Rajagopalachari
C. Rajendra Prasad
D. S. Radhakrishnan
10. Which Indian monument is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New 7 Wonders of the World?
A. Qutub Minar
B. Taj Mahal
C. Red Fort
D. Sanchi Stupa
How did you score?
• 8-10 correct: You’re a True Patriot! Your knowledge of India is solid gold.
• 5-7 correct: You’re a Proud Indian, but there’s room to brush up on your facts.
• 0-4 correct: Time to revisit those school textbooks and maybe plan a few heritage trips!
This Independence Day, while you enjoy the flag hoisting, tricolour sweets, and patriotic playlists, take a moment to celebrate not just how far we’ve come, but how much more we can learn about the nation we call home.
Happy 79th Independence Day! Jai Hind!
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