Q. On which date is Cotton Day celebrated annually in Maharashtra to promote awareness about cotton and its significance in the state?
Answer:
October 2
Notes: Cotton Day is celebrated in Maharashtra on October 2, marking Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary. The day emphasizes cotton’s economic and cultural value, Gandhiji’s advocacy for khadi, and supports sustainable practices and local farmers. October 2 is a public holiday celebrated across India as Gandhi Jayanti.