Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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National Mathematics Day, celebrated on December 22, honors the birth of Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. The 2024 theme, “Mathematics: A bridge to innovation,” highlights math’s role in science, technology, and innovation. Launched in 2012 by Dr. Manmohan Singh, the day celebrates Ramanujan’s contributions and inspires future generations. Ramanujan, born in 1887, made groundbreaking discoveries in number theory, infinite series, and continued fractions. Schools across India engage students in activities to foster critical thinking and understanding of mathematics’ real-world applications.

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The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, and UNDP, in partnership with Citi Foundation, launched the 7th Youth Co:Lab National Innovation Challenge for 2024-2025. Youth Co:Lab, co-created by UNDP and Citi Foundation in 2017, focuses on empowering youth to drive Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through innovation and entrepreneurship. In India, it began in 2019 in collaboration with AIM, NITI Aayog, and has conducted six theme-specific youth innovation dialogues by 2024. The 2024-2025 edition, in partnership with AssisTech Foundation, emphasizes solutions enhancing opportunities for persons with disabilities in assistive technology, education, skilling, and inclusive care models.

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Veer Bal Diwas is observed annually on December 26, commemorating the bravery of Guru Gobind Singh’s youngest sons, Zorawar Singh and Fateh Singh. In 1705, they were captured by the Mughal forces at Anandpur Sahib, pressured to convert to Islam, and martyred for refusing. Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared December 26 as Veer Bal Diwas in 2022 to honor their sacrifice. In 2024, PM Modi attended the event in New Delhi, launched the Suposhit Panchayat Abhiyaan.

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December 27 is observed as International Epidemic Preparedness Day worldwide. The day aims to raise awareness about pandemics by sharing scientific knowledge, information, and best practices internationally. Governments play a primary role in pandemic response, and the day emphasizes their responsibility. It educates people about pandemics, promotes information sharing at all levels, and enhances future health preparedness. The UN General Assembly established the day on December 7, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. The first observance took place on December 27, 2020, focusing on prevention, preparedness, and global cooperation.

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The Indian Army hosted the three-day ‘Know Your Army Mela 2025’ at Golconda Fort, Hyderabad. The event was organized by HQ Telangana and Andhra Sub Area with support from the Artillery Centre, Hyderabad. The event showcased the technological advancements and indigenous capabilities of the armed forces to connect with the public and inspire youth to consider military careers.

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The Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention takes place in Bhubaneswar from January 8 to 10, 2025. The theme is ‘Diaspora’s Contribution to a Viksit Bharat’, celebrating the diaspora’s role in India’s development. Prime Minister Modi inaugurates the event on January 9, and President Christine Carla Kangaloo of Trinidad & Tobago addresses virtually. More than 50 countries’ diaspora members participate, and Modi flags off the Pravasi Bharatiya Express tourist train.

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January 6 is observed as World Day of War Orphans to highlight the struggles of children who lose parents to war. Millions of children worldwide face impacts of conflict, climate change, displacement, and poverty. The day calls for collective efforts to ensure care, education, and protection for these vulnerable children. More than 460 million children live in or flee conflict zones like Sudan, Ukraine, Myanmar, and Palestine. These children face physical dangers and emotional trauma from losing their families.

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The ASEAN Secretary-General, Kao Kim Hourn, leads the ASEAN Secretariat’s delegation to the 5th ASEAN Digital Ministers’ Meeting (ADGMIN) in Bangkok, Thailand. Thailand hosts the meeting as the ADGMIN chair for 2025. The meeting will focus on advancing ASEAN as a digital community and economic bloc, aligning with the ASEAN Digital Masterplan 2025.

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The Future Minerals Forum (FMF) 2025 held in Riyadh with more than 85 countries discussing challenges in the mineral sector. Union Minister G Kishan Reddy joined ministers from 50 nations at the event held at King Abdulaziz International Conference Center. The forum focuses on enhancing mineral supply chains, green technologies, and sustainable practices. The forum focuses on enhancing mineral supply chains, green technologies, and sustainable practices.

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The National Tribal Health Conclave 2025 took place on January 20, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. It was organized by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoH&FW). The event is part of the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan, aiming to address health and well-being challenges of India’s tribal communities. It focuses on improving healthcare access and outcomes for tribal populations facing unique health challenges.