General Awareness
Important National and International Days
1,648 Questions
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
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10th March
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1st Thursday of March
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16th March
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2nd Thursday of March
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21st March
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June 21
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December 22
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March 21
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September 23
B
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Explanation
The Winter Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere occurs around December 21-22 when the North Pole is tilted farthest from the Sun, making it the shortest day. June 21 is the Summer Solstice (longest day), March 21 is the spring equinox, and September 23 is the autumn equinox when day and night are equal.
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September 11
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September 12
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September 13
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September 16
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World Ozone Day is observed on September 16th every year to commemorate the signing of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer in 1987. The United Nations designated this day to raise awareness about ozone layer protection. September 11, 12, and 13 are not the correct dates.
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October 12
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October 16
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October 20
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October 30
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October 12
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October 16
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October 20
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October 30
B
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World Food Day is celebrated on October 16th to commemorate the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations in 1945. This date was chosen to raise awareness about global hunger and food security issues.
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14th March
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20th August
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1st September
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19th July
B
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Akshay Urja Diwas (Renewable Energy Day) is celebrated on August 20th every year in India since 2004. It was established by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) to raise awareness about renewable energy sources. The date commemorates the birthday of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, a strong supporter of renewable energy initiatives.
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24th October
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24th January
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24th July
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24th December
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United Nations Day commemorates the anniversary of the UN Charter entering into force on October 24, 1945. This date was chosen as the official day to observe the founding of the United Nations.
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24 October
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24 January
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24 July
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24 December
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United Nations Day marks the anniversary of the UN Charter entering into force on October 24, 1945. The Charter was ratified by China, France, Soviet Union, United Kingdom, United States, and a majority of other signatories.
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21st March
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21st April
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21st May
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21st June
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World Forestry Day is observed annually on March 21st to raise awareness about the importance of forests and trees in sustaining life on Earth. The United Nations established this day to promote forest conservation, sustainable management, and to highlight how forests contribute to biodiversity, climate regulation, and livelihoods.
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June 5
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April 7
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August 6
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June 16
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World Environment Day is observed annually on June 5th. Established by the UN in 1974, it raises awareness about environmental issues and encourages global action. April 7 is World Health Day, August 6 is Hiroshima Day.
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March 14
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March 22
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April 12
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April 30
B
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World Water Day is observed annually on March 22 to raise awareness about freshwater resources and sustainable management. The UN designated this day in 1993.
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The United Nations General Assembly declared March 21 as the International Day of Forests to raise awareness about the importance of all types of forests and trees. This date was chosen to coincide with the start of spring in the Northern Hemisphere.
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World Book Day
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World Earth Day
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World Children's Book Day
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World Water Day
C
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April 2 is International Children's Book Day, chosen as it's the birthday of famous children's author Hans Christian Andersen. World Book Day is celebrated in March, while World Water Day and Earth Day are observed in March and April respectively.
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March 8
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February 14
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May 10
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October 2
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International Women's Day is observed on March 8 globally, commemorating women's achievements and advocating for gender equality and women's rights.