Some of the best Republic Day parade rehearsal photos that give you a glimpse of India, the Republic

Soldiers march during a full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day parade

Indian Army soldiers perform a stunt on motorbikes

Members of the Indian Border Security Force (BSF) band ride their camels as they take part in the rehearsal for the Republic Day parade

French soldiers march during a full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day parade in New Delhi, India, January 23, 2016. According to local media, a contingent of French soldiers will take part in the parade along with the Indian troops in the presence of France's President Francois Hollande, who will be the chief guest this year

A tailor makes Indian national flags ahead of the Republic Day celebrations in Agartala

Soldiers march during a full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day parade in New Delhi

French soldiers march during a full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day parade in New Delhi

Indian Army soldiers march beside their dogs during the Army Day parade