Test your knowledge of India, a country rich in history, culture, and diversity. From ancient civilizations to modern landmarks, how much do you know about this incredible land?
1. Which year did India gain independence from British rule?
1935
1945
1947
1950
2. Who was the leader of the Salt March in 1930?
Mahatma Gandhi
Jawaharlal Nehru
Subhas Chandra Bose
Rajendra Prasad
3. Which festival in India involves the lighting of lamps to signify the victory of light over darkness?
Dussehra
Holi
Diwali
Raksha Bandhan
4. Which iconic Indian monument was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal?
Hawa Mahal
Qutub Minar
Red Fort
Taj Mahal
5. In which city is the Red Fort located?
Agra
Kolkata
Delhi
Mumbai
6. What dance form from Kerala involves elaborate costumes and makeup?
Kuchipudi
Bharatanatyam
Kathakali
Odissi
7. Which ancient civilization is known to have developed in the Indus Valley?
Mauryan
Chola
Gupta
Harappan
8. What is the primary religion of the majority of people in India?
Hinduism
Christianity
Islam
Buddhism
9. Which Indian state is famous for the festival of Bihu?
Gujarat
Punjab
Tamil Nadu
Assam
10. Which architectural wonder in Agra is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a symbol of love?
Fatehpur Sikri
Agra Fort
Taj Mahal
Qutub Minar
11. Who was the first Prime Minister of India after independence?
Mahatma Gandhi
Rajendra Prasad
Sardar Patel
Jawaharlal Nehru
12. In which year were the first general elections held in India?