Question

Which present day venue hosted the first ever Republic Day parade in 1950? (Hint: It was earlier known as the Irwin Amphitheater.)
Ramleela Maidan
Red Fort
Connaught Place
Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium

Answer 1

Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium has hosted the first-ever Republic Day parade in 1950.

Explanation:

• Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, was earlier known as the Irwin Amphitheater.

• The first Republic Day celebrations were held at Irwin Amphitheatre (Present Dhyan Chand National Stadium) in Delhi. The first Republic Day parade was held at Arwin Amphitheatre in 1950 but it was not officially declared as the first Republic Day parade.

• The first Republic Day celebrations were held at Arwin Amphitheatre with 31 gun salute at the same place. Indonesian President Sukarno was the first chief guest at first Republic Day celebrations on 26th January 1950.

Answer 2

Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium

Explanation:

The first Republic Day celebrations were held at Irwin Amphitheatre in 1950. This venue is presently called as the Dhyan Chand National Stadium. It is located at Delhi. The first Republic Day celebrations involved the salute of 31 guns to mark the event. Indonesian President Sukarno was the chief guest at our first Republic Day celebrations on 26th January 1950.