Question

In which year was the first republic parade held

Answer 1

The first Republic Day parade was held on Rajpath which was then known as KingsWay on 26th January 1950.

But it was only after the year 1955 that Rajpath became as the permanent place for the Republic Day parade be held before that the place for the parade to be held kept on changing and the parade was held at the International Stadium or at Red Fort.

During the first Republic Day parade more than hundred planes took part in the celebration of the first Republic Day and this number is now decreased to thirty planes.

It was only during the first Republic Day parade that lion was declared as the national animal of India.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The largest parade is held on every republic day in India and such parades are done or showcased by the defence academy on 26th January of every year. From 1950 to 1954, republic day parade was held in different locations such as the Rajpath, Red Fort and on the Ramlila. But at 1955, the Rajpath was selected for the republic day parade and till date, the parade is held on the Rajpath only.