Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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The World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA) takes place in New Delhi from October 14 to 24, 2024.
WTSA has been held every four years since 2002 and is the governing conference of the ITU Standardisation Sector. It defines the work program and structure of study groups for telecommunication standardization. Hosting WTSA 2024 is a significant milestone for India in setting global telecommunication standards. The event will start with the Global Standards Symposium (GSS) on October 14, 2024, focusing on ICT standardization policy debates.

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World Post Day is celebrated every year on October 9 to highlight the importance of the postal system in daily life, global communication, and economic growth. This year marks the 150th anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU), established in 1874 in Bern, Switzerland, which transformed international mail exchange. The theme for this year, “150 Years of Enabling Communication and Empowering People Across Nations,” honors the UPU’s efforts to streamline international mail services and create a unified postal system for easier mail exchange between countries.

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The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDR) is celebrated annually on October 13. he day was established in 1989 to promote a global culture of disaster reduction and risk-awareness. It celebrates the efforts of communities and people around the world to reduce their exposure to disasters.

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World Food Day is celebrated on October 16 each year by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). It highlights the commitment to ensure food and nutritional security globally. Significant advancements in food production have been made through better seeds, irrigation, and efficient farm machinery. Increased incentives for farmers, like input subsidies and better prices, played a crucial role. About 2.33 billion people still face food insecurity, which is a challenge for achieving global food security. This year’s theme is “Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future.” The National Food Security Act (NFSA), passed in 2013, aimed to provide subsidized grains to two-thirds of India’s population.

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The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed every year on October 17th. Its purpose is to raise awareness about the need to eliminate poverty in all its forms. The day encourages efforts to create a more just, inclusive, and equitable world. Special attention is given to people living in extreme poverty.

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NITI Aayog organized a two-day international methanol seminar and expo 2024 in New Delhi. The event was held in collaboration with the US Methanol Institute. It focused on methanol production, applications, and global technological developments. The seminar highlighted methanol’s role in energy transition and as a low-carbon fuel in green shipping.

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The Indian Army hosted the second Chanakya Defence Dialogue on October 24-25, 2024, in New Delhi. The theme is “Drivers in Nation Building: Fuelling Growth Through Comprehensive Security,” focusing on integrating security into national and international policymaking. Key participants include policymakers, defence personnel, scientists, and speakers from the US, Russia, Israel, and Sri Lanka. The event will explore India’s strategic goals for “Viksit Bharat @2047.”

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The 9th Ayurveda Day is observed on October 29, 2024 (Dhanteras), in over 150 countries. Prime Minister Modi launched health projects worth ₹12,850 crore to mark the occasion. Ayurveda Day, started in 2016, is celebrated on Dhanvantari Jayanti, honoring Dhanvantari, the mythological physician of the gods. Ayurveda, meaning ‘Knowledge of Life,’ aims for holistic balance in body, mind, and spirit. The 2024 theme, “Ayurveda Innovations for Global Health,” focuses on promoting Ayurveda’s role in tackling global health issues.

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The third edition of the virtual interaction MAHASAGAR took place on 5 Nov 2024, led by Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff. It involved leaders from maritime agencies of Indian Ocean Region (IOR) countries, including Bangladesh, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, and others. The theme was “Training Cooperation to Mitigate Common Maritime Security Challenges in IOR,” focusing on improving training collaboration. MAHASAGAR is a bi-annual Indian Navy initiative, launched in 2023, aimed at enhancing security and growth through maritime cooperation and capacity building.

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National Legal Services Day is observed annually on November 9 in India to promote legal awareness and ensure justice for all, especially marginalized communities. It was started in 1995 by the Supreme Court to provide free legal assistance to the weaker sections of society. The day emphasizes empowering people with knowledge about their legal rights and promoting conflict resolution. Legal Services Authorities across India celebrate this day with programs and initiatives, including workshops and camps. NALSA releases information on legal rights, aid schemes, and Lok Adalats to raise awareness and bridge the gap between the law and the public.