The India Gate was originally built as a war memorial to honor the soldiers of the Indian Army who lost their lives in World War I. The names of over 13,000 servicemen are inscribed on the walls of the monument. The India Gate is often used as a venue for various ceremonial functions, especially on Republic Day (January 26) when the President of India, foreign dignitaries, and the general public gather to celebrate the country's democratic heritage with a grand parade. The monument is an architectural marvel, designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, one of the leading architects of the time, and built in the 1920s. It is inspired by the Arc de Triomphe in Paris and stands as a symbol of India's rich architectural heritage.
