Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) observes January 24 as International Day of Education to highlight education’s role in peace and development. It was declared on December 3, 2018, through resolution 73/25, co-written by Nigeria and 58 other countries. The 2024 theme is “AI and Education: Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation,” focusing on education’s role in adapting to AI and technology. The day emphasizes education’s power in promoting peace, achieving global goals like SDG 4, and fostering global collaboration. UNESCO leads the celebration to advocate for accessible, high-quality education worldwide.

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National Tourism Day is celebrated annually on January 25 to promote responsible, sustainable, and accessible tourism. The 2025 theme, “Tourism for Inclusive Growth,” emphasizes tourism’s role in economic growth while benefiting all segments of society. India established a tourism department in 1948 to preserve heritage and enhance tourist destinations. Tourism is a major industry in India, contributing to economic growth, cultural exchange, and international understanding.

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World Pulses Day is celebrated every year on February 10. The day highlights the importance and nutritional benefits of pulses. It is recognized by the United Nations to promote awareness. The theme for 2025 is “Pulses: Bringing diversity to agri-food systems.”

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February 13th marks World Radio Day, celebrating radio’s role in communication, entertainment, education, and community connection, especially in remote areas. Radio, invented in the early 19th century, became widely used for mass media in India in the 20th century. UNESCO declared World Radio Day in 2011, with the UN General Assembly adopting it in 2012. The day highlights radio’s resilience, its importance in emergencies, and its role in tackling global issues like climate change. The 2025 theme is “Radio and Climate Change,” focusing on radio’s role in addressing this critical issue.

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Global Tourism Resilience Day is observed every year on February 17 to highlight the tourism sector’s resilience and adaptability. The day stresses the importance of a strong tourism industry that can recover from setbacks and support economic growth, cultural exchange, and sustainability. Tourism remains vulnerable to global challenges like pandemics, economic crises, and climate change. Established by the UN General Assembly, the day promotes strategies for recovery and collaboration. In 2025, the UN is hosting a global discussion on climate action to advance climate-resilient tourism.

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World Day of Social Justice is observed annually on February 20 by the United Nations (UN) to promote equality, solidarity, and opportunity. It addresses poverty, exclusion, unemployment, and social harmony within and among societies. India’s Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) works towards bridging socio-economic gaps through reforms and global partnerships. It was established by the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in 2007. It has been observed since 2009.

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World Protein Day is celebrated annually on February 27 to highlight the importance of protein in our diet. It raises awareness about protein deficiency and promotes nutritional security through protein-rich foods. The US Soybean Export Council (USSEC) initiated this day to educate people on sufficient protein intake for better health. Over time, it has become a global campaign involving organizations and experts. The day emphasizes preventing malnutrition and deficiency-related diseases by promoting adequate protein consumption.

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Sahitya Akademi is hosting its annual Festival of Letters at Rabindra Bhavan, New Delhi. It is Asia’s largest literature festival, featuring 700 writers from over 50 languages across 100 sessions. The theme is Indian Literary Traditions, with a National Seminar in the last three days. The festival includes Young Writers, Women Writers, Dalit Writers, North-East Writers, Tribal Writers, LGBTQ Writers, and Poets, ensuring diverse representation.

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New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon, foreign ministers from 18 countries, global firm executives, and foreign policy experts will attend the Raisina Dialogue. It is India’s flagship conference on geopolitics and geo-economics, addressing global challenges. It is modeled after the Munich Security Conference and Shangri-La Dialogue. It has been held annually in New Delhi since 2016. The event features multi-stakeholder discussions with heads of state, ministers, and thought leaders from various sectors. Hosted by the Observer Research Foundation (ORF) and the Ministry of External Affairs, India. The 2025 theme is “Kalachakra: People. Peace. Planet.”

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World Sparrow Day is celebrated every year on March 20 to raise awareness about the declining sparrow population. It was initiated by “Nature Forever” in 2010 and has spread to over 50 countries. In 2012, the house sparrow was declared Delhi’s state bird. Sparrows control insect populations, aid in pollination, and enhance biodiversity. Known as “Goraiya” (Hindi), “Kuruvi” (Tamil), and “Chirya” (Urdu), they hold cultural significance in India. People celebrate by planting greenery, reducing pesticides, and creating nesting spaces to protect sparrows.