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India celebrates its 75th Republic Day on 26 January 2024.

• France President Emmanuel Macron is the Chief Guest for 2024 Republic Day.
• Themes for 2024: There are 2 themes namely, ‘Viksit Bharat’ through Women Empowerment and ‘Bharat: Loktantra ki Matruka’

Republic Day 2024 Tableaux: States/Ministries and Their Themes

• 25 tableaux or ‘jhankiyan’ in total from 16 states and Union Territories, as well as 9 Ministries and Departments, were part of the parade on Kartavya Path this year.

Selection Process of Tableaux

• Ministry of Defence (MoD) invites proposals from states, UTs and departments on a broad theme 
• The proposals sent by states include a concept note, along with design sketches and models of the Tableaux
• Proposals are then evaluated by an expert committee, comprising eminent artists, designers, architects and cultural experts.
• Selection:  They are  assessed on parameters of aesthetics, functionality, mobility and safety
• The Ministry of Defence has introduced a unique three-year roll-over plan to  ensure equitable participation on a rotational basis for all states and UTs over three years.

News Source: The Hindu

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