General Awareness

Important National and International Days

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This hub offers practice questions on important national and international days, including environmental, cultural, and awareness dates. Memorizing these days is essential for the general awareness section of many competitive exams. Use these questions to quickly revise global holidays, United Nations days, and historical dates.

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Important National and International Days Questions

Multiple choice

What is the International Mother Language Day observed on?

  1. February 21

  2. March 21

  3. April 21

  4. May 21
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Explanation

International Mother Language Day is observed on February 21 every year to promote linguistic diversity and multilingualism.

Multiple choice

On which date was Direct Action Day observed?

  1. August 16, 1946

  2. August 15, 1947

  3. August 9, 1942

  4. August 14, 1947
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Explanation

Direct Action Day was observed on August 16, 1946, as a call for direct action by the Muslim League to demand a separate Muslim state.

Multiple choice

When is the PAMO competition typically held?

  1. January

  2. February

  3. March

  4. April
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The PAMO competition is typically held in March.

Multiple choice

What is the significance of the World Sight Day observed annually on the second Thursday of October?

  1. To raise awareness about eye health and vision impairment

  2. To promote regular eye checkups and early detection of eye diseases

  3. To encourage governments to prioritize eye care in their health policies

  4. To mobilize resources for research on eye diseases and treatments
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Explanation

World Sight Day aims to raise awareness about eye health, vision impairment, and the importance of regular eye checkups to prevent avoidable blindness.

Multiple choice

What is the deadline for submitting applications for the ICCR's cultural grants and funding opportunities?

  1. January 15

  2. April 15

  3. July 15

  4. October 15
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The deadline for submitting applications for the ICCR's cultural grants and funding opportunities is April 15.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the international day dedicated to raising awareness about Sign Languages?

  1. International Day of Sign Languages

  2. World Deaf Awareness Day

  3. International Day of the Deaf

  4. Global Accessibility Awareness Day
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Explanation

The International Day of Sign Languages is observed on September 23rd every year to raise awareness about Sign Languages and promote their recognition.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the ceremony held to honor fallen soldiers in the United States?

  1. Memorial Day

  2. Veterans Day

  3. Armed Forces Day

  4. Flag Day
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Explanation

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States observed on the last Monday in May to honor the men and women who died while serving in the military.

Multiple choice

What is the first month of the Chinese year?

  1. January

  2. February

  3. March

  4. April
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Explanation

The first month of the Chinese year is January.

Multiple choice

What is the last month of the Chinese year?

  1. December

  2. November

  3. October

  4. September
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Explanation

The last month of the Chinese year is December.

Multiple choice

When is Asteroid Day observed?

  1. June 30

  2. July 29

  3. August 30

  4. September 29
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Explanation

Asteroid Day is observed on June 30 every year.

Multiple choice

What is the significance of June 30 as the date for Asteroid Day?

  1. It marks the anniversary of the Tunguska event.

  2. It marks the anniversary of the Chelyabinsk meteor event.

  3. It marks the anniversary of the Shoemaker-Levy 9 comet impact on Jupiter.

  4. It marks the anniversary of the first asteroid discovery.
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Explanation

June 30 marks the anniversary of the Tunguska event, a large explosion caused by an asteroid or comet impact in Siberia in 1908.

Multiple choice

Which international day is dedicated to raising awareness about the rights and well-being of Deaf individuals?

  1. International Day of the Deaf

  2. World Deaf Awareness Day

  3. Global Deaf Awareness Day

  4. International Sign Language Day
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Explanation

The International Day of the Deaf is observed annually on September 23rd to promote awareness and understanding of Deaf culture and rights.

Multiple choice

When is Baisakhi celebrated?

  1. April 13th or 14th

  2. March 21st or 22nd

  3. June 21st or 22nd

  4. December 25th
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Explanation

Baisakhi is celebrated on the first day of the month of Vaisakha, which typically falls on April 13th or 14th.

Multiple choice

When is Basant Panchami celebrated?

  1. January 15

  2. February 2

  3. March 10

  4. April 14
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Explanation

Basant Panchami falls on the fifth day of the bright half of the Hindu month of Magha, which usually occurs in January or February.

Multiple choice

When is Onam celebrated?

  1. In the month of August or September.

  2. In the month of October or November.

  3. In the month of December or January.

  4. In the month of February or March.
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Explanation

Onam is celebrated in the month of Chingam, which falls in August or September according to the Gregorian calendar.