Important Days MCQs

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Important Days MCQs

Practice Important Days MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering national days, international days, United Nations observances, awareness campaigns, commemorative events and important dates frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.

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Question #1
On which date is National Youth Day celebrated in India to commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda?
A. 12 January
B. 10 February
C. 15 January
D. 25 January

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
National Youth Day is celebrated on 12 January every year in India to mark the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda.

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Question #2
World Environment Day is observed globally every year on:
A. 5 May
B. 5 August
C. 5 June
D. 5 July

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
World Environment Day is observed on 5 June to raise awareness about protecting the environment.

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Question #3
Which day is celebrated as International Women's Day?
A. 8 May
B. 8 April
C. 8 February
D. 8 March

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
International Women's Day is celebrated on 8 March to recognize the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.

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Question #4
The World Health Day is observed on which of the following dates?
A. 7 March
B. 7 April
C. 7 June
D. 7 May

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
World Health Day is celebrated on 7 April annually to mark the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO).

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Question #5
Which date marks the International Day of Yoga?
A. 21 June
B. 21 May
C. 21 July
D. 21 April

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
International Day of Yoga is celebrated on 21 June annually, a date suggested by the Prime Minister of India to the UN.

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Question #6
When is World Literacy Day celebrated?
A. 8 November
B. 8 September
C. 8 October
D. 8 December

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
International Literacy Day is celebrated on 8 September to highlight the importance of literacy to individuals, communities, and societies.

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Question #7
World AIDS Day is observed on:
A. 1 January
B. 1 December
C. 1 October
D. 1 November

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
World AIDS Day is held on 1 December each year to raise awareness of the AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV infection.

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Question #8
National Science Day in India is celebrated to commemorate the discovery of which phenomenon?
A. Raman Effect
B. Photoelectric Effect
C. Law of Gravitation
D. Nuclear Fission

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
National Science Day is celebrated on 28 February in India to mark the discovery of the Raman Effect by Sir C.V. Raman.

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Question #9
When is the International Day of Non-Violence observed?
A. 30 January
B. 26 January
C. 15 August
D. 2 October

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The International Day of Non-Violence is observed on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.

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Question #10
World Water Day is observed on which date?
A. 22 March
B. 22 June
C. 22 April
D. 22 May

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
World Water Day is held annually on 22 March as a means of focusing attention on the importance of freshwater.

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Question #11
When is Human Rights Day celebrated globally?
A. 10 December
B. 10 November
C. 10 October
D. 10 September

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Human Rights Day is celebrated on 10 December, the day the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948.

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Question #12
World Forestry Day is celebrated on:
A. 21 June
B. 21 March
C. 21 May
D. 21 April

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
International Day of Forests, also known as World Forestry Day, is celebrated on 21 March.

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Question #13
The World Meteorological Day is observed on:
A. 23 March
B. 23 May
C. 23 June
D. 23 April

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
World Meteorological Day is observed on 23 March to commemorate the establishment of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).

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Question #14
Earth Day is celebrated annually on:
A. 22 April
B. 22 May
C. 22 June
D. 22 March

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Earth Day is an annual event on 22 April to demonstrate support for environmental protection.

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Question #15
When is World Red Cross Day celebrated?
A. 8 June
B. 8 May
C. 8 July
D. 8 August

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day is celebrated on 8 May, the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, the founder of the ICRC.

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Question #16
World Population Day is observed on which date?
A. 11 July
B. 11 June
C. 11 August
D. 11 September

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
World Population Day is an annual event, observed on 11 July, which seeks to raise awareness of global population issues.

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Question #17
World Food Day is observed on:
A. 16 October
B. 16 December
C. 16 September
D. 16 November

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
World Food Day is celebrated on 16 October every year to mark the anniversary of the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.

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Question #18
When is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination observed?
A. 21 June
B. 21 April
C. 21 May
D. 21 March

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed annually on 21 March.

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Question #19
World Tourism Day is observed on:
A. 27 October
B. 27 September
C. 27 November
D. 27 August

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
World Tourism Day is celebrated on 27 September each year.

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Question #20
United Nations Day is celebrated every year on:
A. 24 September
B. 24 December
C. 24 October
D. 24 November

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
United Nations Day is observed on 24 October, marking the anniversary of the entry into force of the UN Charter.

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