Important National and International Days

World Food Day is celebrated annually on October 16th to commemorate the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in 1945 and promote global food security awareness.

World AIDS Day is observed annually on December 1st since 1988. It was the first-ever global health day designated by the United Nations to raise awareness about the AIDS pandemic, honor those who have died, and show support for people living with HIV. January 1st and November dates are incorrect.

World AIDS Day is observed annually on December 1st, designated by the World Health Organization to raise awareness about the HIV/AIDS pandemic, honor those who have died, and show support for people living with HIV. It was first observed in 1988.

World Diabetes Day is observed annually on November 14th to mark the birthday of Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin along with Charles Best in 1921. The day aims to raise awareness about diabetes and its complications globally.

World Environment Day was established by the United Nations in 1973 and has been celebrated annually on June 5 since then. It serves as the principal global platform for environmental awareness and action, encouraging worldwide participation in environmental protection.

World Cancer Day is observed annually on February 4th, established to raise awareness and promote cancer prevention, detection, and treatment globally. It was founded by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).

January 30th is observed as Martyr's Day (Shaheed Diwas) in India to commemorate the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi in 1948 and to honor all martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation. Gandhi Jayanti is October 2nd, Children's Day is November 14th.

International Literacy Day is observed annually on September 8th, as proclaimed by UNESCO in 1966 to highlight the importance of literacy for individuals and societies.

The claimed answer is incorrect. South Korea's Independence Day (Gwangbokjeol) is celebrated on August 15th, commemorating liberation from Japanese colonial rule in 1945. However, this date is also celebrated as India's Independence Day. The option B says '15th Aug' which is correct for South Korea.

World Environment Day is observed annually on June 5th. It was established by the United Nations in 1972 to raise global awareness about environmental issues and encourage action for environmental protection. Each year has a different theme hosted by a different country.

National Youth Day is celebrated on January 12th to mark the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda (1863), whose teachings and ideals continue to inspire Indian youth. It was declared by the Government of India in 1984.

National Girl Child Day is observed on January 24th in India. It was initiated by the Ministry of Women and Child Development in 2008 to highlight the inequalities faced by girls and promote their rights and opportunities.

January 26th is celebrated as Republic Day in India (marking the adoption of the Constitution in 1950) and is also International Customs Day (established by the World Customs Organization).

Martyrs' Day (Shaheed Diwas) is observed on January 30th to mark the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi in 1948. It's a day to remember those who sacrificed their lives for the country's freedom.