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 name of the holiday that commemorates the anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act?

  1. Disability Awareness Day

  2. Disability Pride Day

  3. National Disability Rights Awareness Month

  4. National Disability Employment Awareness Month
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C Correct answer
Explanation

National Disability Rights Awareness Month is the holiday that commemorates the anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Multiple choice

Which calendar is the most widely used civil calendar in the world?

  1. Gregorian calendar

  2. Julian calendar

  3. Chinese calendar

  4. Islamic calendar
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Explanation

The Gregorian calendar is the most widely used civil calendar in the world, with most countries adopting it as their official calendar.

Multiple choice

When will the 2022 Asian Games be held?

  1. September 10-25, 2022

  2. October 1-15, 2022

  3. November 5-19, 2022

  4. December 10-24, 2022
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The 2022 Asian Games will be held from September 10 to 25, 2022.

Multiple choice

The COVID-19 pandemic, a global health crisis, significantly impacted India in which year?

  1. 2019

  2. 2020

  3. 2021

  4. 2022
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, reached India in 2020, leading to widespread health and economic challenges.

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 deadline for applying for the Diversity Visa Lottery program?

  1. October 1st

  2. November 1st

  3. December 1st

  4. January 1st
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The deadline for applying for the Diversity Visa Lottery program is October 1st.

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.