Important Days and Dates GK Questions
41. Which state/UT is the host of the 43rd India International Trade Fair (IITF)?
[A] Chennai
[B] Bengaluru
[C] New Delhi
[D] Hyderabad
[B] Bengaluru
[C] New Delhi
[D] Hyderabad
Correct Answer: C [New Delhi]
Notes:
Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated the 43rd India International Trade Fair at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The fair, organized by India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), runs from November 14-27, 2024, with the theme “Viksit Bharat @2047,” aiming for a self-reliant, prosperous India by 2047. Union Minister announced plans to expand ITPO as a world-class MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions) agency, promoting India as a top destination for meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions. MICE facilities will be expanded to cities like Bangalore, Mumbai, and Chennai.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated the 43rd India International Trade Fair at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The fair, organized by India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), runs from November 14-27, 2024, with the theme “Viksit Bharat @2047,” aiming for a self-reliant, prosperous India by 2047. Union Minister announced plans to expand ITPO as a world-class MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions) agency, promoting India as a top destination for meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions. MICE facilities will be expanded to cities like Bangalore, Mumbai, and Chennai.
42. World Intellectual Property Day is observed on which day every year?
[A] April 25
[B] April 26
[C] April 27
[D] April 28
[B] April 26
[C] April 27
[D] April 28
Correct Answer: B [April 26]
Notes:
World Intellectual Property Day is celebrated every year on April 26 to spread awareness about the importance of intellectual property rights. Intellectual Property (IP) rights include patents, copyrights, trademarks, and designs that protect innovation and creativity. The day marks the enforcement of the Convention Establishing the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in 1970. World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is a global forum for intellectual property services, policy, information, and cooperation. Recently, on April 26, 2025, the world observed this day to highlight how protecting ideas boosts creativity and drives economic growth.
World Intellectual Property Day is celebrated every year on April 26 to spread awareness about the importance of intellectual property rights. Intellectual Property (IP) rights include patents, copyrights, trademarks, and designs that protect innovation and creativity. The day marks the enforcement of the Convention Establishing the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in 1970. World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is a global forum for intellectual property services, policy, information, and cooperation. Recently, on April 26, 2025, the world observed this day to highlight how protecting ideas boosts creativity and drives economic growth.
43. World Hypertension Day is observed every year on which day?
[A] May 15
[B] May 16
[C] May 17
[D] May 18
[B] May 16
[C] May 17
[D] May 18
Correct Answer: C [May 17]
Notes:
World Hypertension Day is observed every year on May 17 to raise awareness about hypertension and its control. The theme of 2025 is “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer!”. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is called a silent killer because it often shows no symptoms. It affects over 294 million people in the World Health Organization (WHO) South-East Asia Region. Risk factors include tobacco and alcohol use, too much salt, unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, and mental stress. Uncontrolled hypertension can lead to heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and other cardiovascular diseases (CVD).
World Hypertension Day is observed every year on May 17 to raise awareness about hypertension and its control. The theme of 2025 is “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer!”. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is called a silent killer because it often shows no symptoms. It affects over 294 million people in the World Health Organization (WHO) South-East Asia Region. Risk factors include tobacco and alcohol use, too much salt, unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, and mental stress. Uncontrolled hypertension can lead to heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and other cardiovascular diseases (CVD).
44. Sadbhavana Divas is observed every year which day?
[A] August 17
[B] August 18
[C] August 19
[D] August 20
[B] August 18
[C] August 19
[D] August 20
Correct Answer: D [August 20]
Notes:
Sadbhavana Divas, meaning Day of Harmony, is observed every year on 20 August. It marks the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, India’s youngest prime minister. The day promotes peace, harmony, national integration, and goodwill among all people regardless of caste, creed, or religion. On this day, leaders and citizens take a pledge to work towards peace, goodwill, and harmony in society. Cultural events, debates, and educational activities are organised to spread tolerance and unity.
Sadbhavana Divas, meaning Day of Harmony, is observed every year on 20 August. It marks the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, India’s youngest prime minister. The day promotes peace, harmony, national integration, and goodwill among all people regardless of caste, creed, or religion. On this day, leaders and citizens take a pledge to work towards peace, goodwill, and harmony in society. Cultural events, debates, and educational activities are organised to spread tolerance and unity.
45. What is the theme of World Toilet Day 2025?
[A] Leaving No One Behind
[B] Making the Invisible Visible
[C] Sanitation for All
[D] Sanitation in a Changing World
[B] Making the Invisible Visible
[C] Sanitation for All
[D] Sanitation in a Changing World
Correct Answer: D [Sanitation in a Changing World]
Notes:
World Toilet Day is observed every year on 19 November to raise awareness about the global sanitation crisis. It highlights the importance of safe and accessible toilets for public health, dignity, and environmental protection. The day was inspired by Singaporean philanthropist Jack Sim, who founded the NGO World Toilet Organisation (WTO) on 19 November. The United Nations (UN) recognised water and sanitation as human rights in 2010 and officially declared World Toilet Day on 14 July 2013. The theme for World Toilet Day 2025 is ‘Sanitation in a Changing World,’ focusing on future-ready sanitation systems.
World Toilet Day is observed every year on 19 November to raise awareness about the global sanitation crisis. It highlights the importance of safe and accessible toilets for public health, dignity, and environmental protection. The day was inspired by Singaporean philanthropist Jack Sim, who founded the NGO World Toilet Organisation (WTO) on 19 November. The United Nations (UN) recognised water and sanitation as human rights in 2010 and officially declared World Toilet Day on 14 July 2013. The theme for World Toilet Day 2025 is ‘Sanitation in a Changing World,’ focusing on future-ready sanitation systems.
46. World Meditation Day is celebrated annually on which day?
[A] December 21
[B] December 22
[C] December 23
[D] December 24
[B] December 22
[C] December 23
[D] December 24
Correct Answer: A [December 21]
Notes:
World Meditation Day is celebrated annually on 21 December. The day promotes awareness of the importance and benefits of meditation and encourages people to practice it. Meditation helps relax the mind, align body and soul, and brings balance, improving mental and physical health. In December 2024, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) officially declared 21 December as World Meditation Day through a unanimously adopted resolution.
World Meditation Day is celebrated annually on 21 December. The day promotes awareness of the importance and benefits of meditation and encourages people to practice it. Meditation helps relax the mind, align body and soul, and brings balance, improving mental and physical health. In December 2024, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) officially declared 21 December as World Meditation Day through a unanimously adopted resolution.
47. Which day is observed as Global Tourism Resilience Day annually?
[A] February 15
[B] February 16
[C] February 17
[D] February 18
[B] February 16
[C] February 17
[D] February 18
Correct Answer: C [February 17]
Notes:
Global Tourism Resilience Day is observed every year on February 17 to highlight the tourism sector’s resilience and adaptability. On 17 February 2023, the world observed the first Global Tourism Resilience Day, created by a United Nations resolution led by Jamaica, promoting tourism that “bounces forward.” Tourism resilience focuses on strong systems, diversification and crisis-readiness, not just tourist numbers or foreign exchange earnings. India treats tourism as national infrastructure—economic, ecological and cultural—to prevent collapse during crises. Dekho Apna Desh promotes domestic travel across regions and seasons, reducing dependence on international visitors.
Global Tourism Resilience Day is observed every year on February 17 to highlight the tourism sector’s resilience and adaptability. On 17 February 2023, the world observed the first Global Tourism Resilience Day, created by a United Nations resolution led by Jamaica, promoting tourism that “bounces forward.” Tourism resilience focuses on strong systems, diversification and crisis-readiness, not just tourist numbers or foreign exchange earnings. India treats tourism as national infrastructure—economic, ecological and cultural—to prevent collapse during crises. Dekho Apna Desh promotes domestic travel across regions and seasons, reducing dependence on international visitors.
48. Where was Pusa Krishi Vigyan Mela 2026 organized?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Chennai
[C] Hyderabad
[D] Bengaluru
[B] Chennai
[C] Hyderabad
[D] Bengaluru
Correct Answer: A [New Delhi]
Notes:
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the three-day Pusa Krishi Vigyan Mela at Indian Agricultural Research Institute campus, New Delhi, promoting ‘Viksit Krishi – Atmanirbhar Bharat’. The event was organised by Indian Council of Agricultural Research and attended by scientists, officials and progressive farmers. Krishi Vigyan Kendras will be strengthened as district-level reform centres to connect research with villages.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the three-day Pusa Krishi Vigyan Mela at Indian Agricultural Research Institute campus, New Delhi, promoting ‘Viksit Krishi – Atmanirbhar Bharat’. The event was organised by Indian Council of Agricultural Research and attended by scientists, officials and progressive farmers. Krishi Vigyan Kendras will be strengthened as district-level reform centres to connect research with villages.
49. World NGO Day is celebrated annually on which day?
[A] February 25
[B] February 26
[C] February 27
[D] February 28
[B] February 26
[C] February 27
[D] February 28
Correct Answer: C [February 27]
Notes:
World NGO Day is celebrated annually on February 27th to recognize the contributions of non-governmental and non-profit organizations worldwide. It was officially recognized in 2010 and first celebrated internationally in 2014, honoring the efforts of NGOs in social, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. It highlights the dedication of staff and volunteers working on poverty reduction, human rights, and sustainable development.
World NGO Day is celebrated annually on February 27th to recognize the contributions of non-governmental and non-profit organizations worldwide. It was officially recognized in 2010 and first celebrated internationally in 2014, honoring the efforts of NGOs in social, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. It highlights the dedication of staff and volunteers working on poverty reduction, human rights, and sustainable development.
50. International Day of Action for Rivers is observed every year on which day?
[A] March 13
[B] March 14
[C] March 15
[D] March 16
[B] March 14
[C] March 15
[D] March 16
Correct Answer: B [March 14]
Notes:
International Day of Action for Rivers is observed every year on 14 March to promote protection and sustainable management of rivers. Rivers provide fresh water, regulate climate, support biodiversity, and sustain livelihoods and cultures. Many rivers today face threats from pollution, fragmentation, climate change, and unsustainable development projects. The 2026 theme is “Protect Rivers, Protect People.” The day encourages public awareness and collective action to conserve river ecosystems.
International Day of Action for Rivers is observed every year on 14 March to promote protection and sustainable management of rivers. Rivers provide fresh water, regulate climate, support biodiversity, and sustain livelihoods and cultures. Many rivers today face threats from pollution, fragmentation, climate change, and unsustainable development projects. The 2026 theme is “Protect Rivers, Protect People.” The day encourages public awareness and collective action to conserve river ecosystems.
