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

Correct Answer: Option C


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

Correct Answer: Option B


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

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

Correct Answer: Option A


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

Correct Answer: Option C


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 Report Error
Which date marks the International Day of Yoga?
A. 21 May
B. 21 June
C. 21 July
D. 21 April

Correct Answer: Option B


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 Report Error
When is World Literacy Day celebrated?
A. 8 September
B. 8 October
C. 8 December
D. 8 November

Correct Answer: Option A


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 Report Error
World AIDS Day is observed on:
A. 1 November
B. 1 December
C. 1 October
D. 1 January

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

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

Correct Answer: Option B


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

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

Correct Answer: Option B


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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