Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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The International Day for the Abolition of Slavery is observed every year on 2 December worldwide. It aims to raise awareness about modern forms of slavery such as human trafficking, forced labour, and child marriage. The day highlights the global fight against exploitation and human rights violations. It also marks the adoption of the United Nations (UN) Convention for the Suppression of the Traffic in Persons (1949). The observance encourages governments and societies to protect victims and end all forms of slavery.

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Indian Navy Day 2025 is observed on 4 December to honour the courage, discipline, and sea security role of the Indian Navy. It marks Operation Trident (1971) during the India–Pakistan War of 1971, India’s first major naval offensive. Indian missile boats attacked Karachi Harbour, destroying fuel depots and supply ships. Air strikes were launched from INS Vikrant on enemy bases at Chittagong and Khulna. These strikes badly weakened Pakistan’s naval strength and helped India win the war. The 2025 theme is “Combat Ready, Cohesive and Self-Reliant.” The theme promotes indigenous defence systems under the Make in India (self-reliant manufacturing programme).

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Armed Forces Flag Day is observed in India every year on 7 December since 1949 to honour soldiers and martyrs. The day collects public funds to support war widows, ex-servicemen, veterans, and disabled soldiers. Delhi government, for the first time, honoured chiefs of all four armed forces. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urged citizens to contribute to the Flag Day Fund.

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India hosted the 20th session of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Intergovernmental Committee for Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) from 8–13 December 2025 in New Delhi. Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) includes traditions, practices, knowledge, skills, expressions, objects and cultural spaces that communities consider part of their identity. UNESCO adopted the 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of ICH on 17 October 2003 at its 32nd General Conference in Paris. The Convention created formal systems for international cooperation, recognition, and support, and led to the creation of UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Lists.

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International Human Solidarity Day is observed annually on 20 December. The day highlights the importance of solidarity among people in addressing global challenges. It emphasizes collective efforts to eradicate poverty, hunger, and disease worldwide. The day also reminds governments to honour their commitments to international agreements and global development goals. Observing the day encourages cooperation, inclusiveness, and shared responsibility for a sustainable and equitable world.

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National Consumer Day is observed in India on 24 December every year to highlight consumer rights and protection. The day marks the President’s assent to the Consumer Protection Act, 1986, which established comprehensive consumer rights. The observance promotes awareness and responsible practices among consumers and stakeholders. In 2025, the theme is “Efficient and Speedy Disposal through Digital Justice.” The theme reflects India’s focus on technology-enabled, accessible, and timely consumer grievance redressal

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The International Day of Epidemic Preparedness is observed every year on December 27 to promote the importance of preventing, preparing for, and partnering against epidemics. The day emphasizes the urgent need to invest in health systems capable of preventing, detecting, and responding effectively to infectious disease outbreaks. It was first observed on 27 December 2020 following a call by the United Nations General Assembly to raise awareness about epidemic preparedness and global cooperation. An epidemic is defined as a sudden outbreak of a disease that affects a large number of people in a specific region, community, or population.

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The Tamil Nadu government has approved the first Jallikattu event of 2026 on 3 January at Thatchankurichi village, Pudukkottai district. Approval was issued by the Animal Husbandry, Dairying, Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare Department under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, as amended in 2017. The event must follow the state-prescribed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for animal welfare, public safety, and crowd management. Jallikattu is a traditional bull-taming sport celebrated primarily in Tamil Nadu.

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World Hindi Day is observed on January 10 every year. The date marks the anniversary of the first World Hindi Conference, held in Nagpur in 1975. The day is officially observed by the Government of India, primarily through Indian embassies and missions abroad. The day highlights how Hindi connects people across borders, especially Indian communities living abroad.

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The 27th edition of Intersec, the world’s leading trade fair for security, safety, and fire protection, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Intersec 2026 was the largest edition so far, covering 65,000 square metres, with 1,200+ exhibitors from over 60 countries and more than 50,000 visitors. The exhibition showcased innovations across five core sectors, namely homeland security and policing, cybersecurity, commercial and perimeter security, fire and rescue, and health and safety.