Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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World Cerebral Palsy Day (WCPD) is observed annually on October 6 to raise awareness about cerebral palsy (CP) and advocate for the rights of those affected. It is a condition affecting movement and posture caused by brain injury during pregnancy or shortly after birth. It is a life-long disorder that can be mild, moderate, or severe, and may or may not involve mental impairment. Globally, about 1.7 crore people live with cerebral palsy (CP), with 35 crore closely related to someone affected. In India, the incidence is around 3 per 1,000 live births. The 2025 theme, “Unique and United,” highlights individuality and global unity for inclusion, dignity, and equal opportunities.

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World Cotton Day is celebrated annually on 7th October to highlight cotton’s contribution to the global economy, trade, and livelihoods. It was first celebrated on 7th October 2019 at the World Trade Organization (WTO) in Geneva. Cotton is a widely produced natural fibre, cultivated in over 75 countries across five continents. The theme for 2025 is “The Fabric of Our Lives,” symbolising cotton’s role in connecting communities, cultures, and economies. The event is hosted at Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) Headquarters, Rome, by Chad, FAO, and International Trade Centre (ITC).

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National Post Day is celebrated in India every year on October 10. It honors the Indian Postal Department for its vital role in India’s development and in connecting people nationwide. The Indian Postal Department, also known as India Post, was established in 1854 by Lord Dalhousie during the British era. It operates under the Department of Posts, which comes under the Ministry of Communications. India Post is the largest postal network in the world, serving even remote rural areas.

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The United Nations (UN) International Day of Rural Women (IDRW) is observed every year on October 15. It honors rural and indigenous women for their contributions to agriculture, food security, and rural development. The theme for 2025 is: “The Rise of Rural Women: Building Resilient Futures with Beijing+30”. It emphasizes empowerment of rural women to drive sustainable and climate-resilient development, digital inclusion, social protection, and leadership. International Day of Rural Women (IDRW) was established in 1995 by civil society organizations during the 4th World Conference on Women in Beijing, China.

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Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week is observed every year from 24th to 31st October by the United Nations (UN). The 2025 theme is “Minds Over Artificial Intelligence (AI) – MIL in Digital Spaces.” It focuses on the importance of Media and Information Literacy in the age of Artificial Intelligence. Media and Information Literacy (MIL) means the ability to access, evaluate, use, and create information responsibly while respecting digital rights and ethics. It promotes critical thinking, informed participation, peace, diversity, gender equality, and sustainable development in digital spaces.

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Every year, World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 to raise awareness about stroke prevention, treatment, and its serious impact. It was established in 2004 during the World Stroke Congress in Vancouver, Canada, and formally recognized for public awareness in 2006. The World Stroke Organization (WSO), formed in 2006 by merging the World Stroke Federation and the International Stroke Society, manages global observance of this day. The 2025 theme is “Every Minute Counts.” The theme stresses the importance of early recognition and quick action to save lives and reduce disability by encouraging people to #ActFAST during a stroke emergency.

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Bharat-Sri Lanka Sanskrit Mahotsav was inaugurated at the University of Colombo, Sri Lanka. The event was inaugurated by High Commissioner of India Santosh Jha and Sri Lanka’s Deputy Minister of Education and Higher Education, Dr Madhura Senevirathna. The festival celebrates Sanskrit as a timeless language of wisdom, harmony, and knowledge. It is jointly organised by Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Education, Central Sanskrit University, and India-Sri Lanka Foundation.

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The world observed the first World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day on 17 November 2025, endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO). The global strategy links to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 1, 3, 5, and 10 and aims to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health problem. WHO targets include 90% Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccination, 70% screening, and 90% treatment to reduce incidence to below 4 cases per 1,00,000 women-years. Cervical cancer burden is highest in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) due to limited access. India plans HPV vaccine rollout, strengthens screening under the National Programme for Non-Communicable Diseases, and expands oncology care.

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The 26th Hornbill Festival has been inaugurated at the Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, Kohima, Nagaland. The festival coincides with Nagaland’s Statehood Day and will run for ten days. It brings together all major Naga tribes to celebrate tradition, folklore, music, craft, and cuisine. United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Austria, Malta, Switzerland joined as country partners, and Arunachal Pradesh as state partner. The festival has evolved from a tourism initiative into a global cultural platform attracting visitors and performers from India and abroad.

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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.