Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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World Food Day is observed annually on 16 October to raise awareness about food security, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture. It marks the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations in 1945 and was first observed in 1981. The 2025 theme, “Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future,” emphasizes global cooperation to transform agrifood systems. India has made progress in food security, malnutrition reduction, and agricultural sustainability, producing record levels of grains, fruits, vegetables, milk, millets, honey, eggs, and fish.

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The International Day of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (IDICH) is observed annually on October 17 to promote awareness of preserving the world’s living heritage. In November 2023, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) adopted resolution A/RES/42/34, declaring October 17 as Intangible Cultural Heritage (IDICH). The day commemorates the 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, effective from 2006.

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World Psoriasis Day (WPD) is observed every year on October 29 to raise awareness about psoriatic disease and advocate for the rights of affected individuals. It is supported by local, national, and international organisations through campaigns promoting early diagnosis, effective treatment, and patient support. Psoriasis is a chronic immune-mediated skin disorder causing red, scaly plaques on the skin and significantly impacts mental health and quality of life. The 2025 theme is “Psoriatic Disease and Comorbidities – Understanding the Domino Effect,” highlighting the link between psoriasis and other physical and mental health conditions.

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The Government of India (GoI), in partnership with the International Solar Alliance (ISA), hosted the 8th Session of the ISA Assembly from October 27–30, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The assembly was inaugurated by President Droupadi Murmu, who emphasized inclusive and sustainable growth. The theme for 2025 is “One Sun, One World, One Grid (OSOWOG).” The assembly also unveiled five ISA knowledge reports showing the latest solar trends.

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November 9 is observed as National Legal Services Day to mark the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987. The Act established institutions to provide free legal aid to needy and marginalized citizens. India’s legal aid system reached 44.22 lakh people between 2022 and 2025. From 2022–23 to 2024–25, about 23.58 crore cases were resolved through state, permanent, and national Lok Adalats.

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Every year on November 11, India celebrates National Education Day to honour Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India’s first Education Minister. The Ministry of Human Resource Development (now Ministry of Education) declared it in September 2008 to mark his birth anniversary. The day promotes awareness about accessible, inclusive, and quality education for all. Educational institutions hold seminars, workshops, and competitions to discuss reforms and innovations in education.

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12th November is observed as World Pneumonia Day to raise awareness about this deadly but preventable disease. Pneumonia is the world’s leading infectious killer, taking more lives of children under five than any other infection. It also poses a major risk to older people and those with chronic illnesses, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Prevention includes vaccines for Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib), pneumococcus, measles, and pertussis.

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Universal Children’s Day is observed every year on 20 November to promote the rights and well-being of children worldwide. The day highlights every child’s right to protection, education, health care, and a safe environment. It reminds the world to safeguard children’s dignity and ensure their voices are heard. The 2025 theme is “Investing in our children is investing in our future,” stressing that child welfare is key to global progress. The day encourages governments, communities, and families to work together for a safer and brighter future for all children

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Red Planet Day is observed every year on November 28 to mark a milestone in Mars exploration. On November 28, 1964, NASA launched Mariner 4, the first spacecraft to perform a successful close flyby of Mars. Mariner 4 transmitted the first close-up images of Mars, revealing its barren, cratered surface. The day celebrates scientific progress and inspires continued exploration through rovers, landers, orbiters, and future sample-return missions. Mars is called the Red Planet due to iron oxide (rust) coating its soil and dust, giving it a reddish hue.

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World Day of the Handicapped, also called the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), is observed every year on 3 December. It aims to promote awareness, understanding, and support for persons with disabilities. The day stresses the importance of inclusivity, accessibility, and equality in society. It works to ensure equal opportunities in education, employment, health, and social life. It also encourages governments and communities to protect rights and improve the quality of life of persons with disabilities.