Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

Notes:
PM Modi inaugurated the Grameen Bharat Mahotsav 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The Mahotsav runs from January 4 to 9, 2025, with the theme “Building a Resilient Rural India for a Viksit Bharat 2047.” It focuses on enhancing rural infrastructure, financial inclusion, and sustainable agriculture, with special attention to North-East India. It promotes rural innovation, collaboration, and showcases cultural heritage through performances and exhibitions.

Notes:
World Braille Day is observed on January 4 to highlight the importance of Braille for blind and partially sighted individuals. The United Nations General Assembly declared January 4 as World Braille Day in 2018 to honor Louis Braille, the creator of the Braille system. Braille is a tactile representation of alphabetic and numerical symbols using six dots, including symbols for music, math, and science. According to the World Health Organization, 2.2 billion people globally have vision impairments, with nearly half being preventable or unaddressed cases.

Notes:
National Bird Day is celebrated annually on January 5 to raise awareness about bird conservation and their ecological importance. It was established in 2002 by the Avian Welfare Coalition. It highlights issues like bird extinction, habitat destruction, and the illegal pet trade. The day aligns with the birth of the wild bird preservation movement in the early 20th century. It promotes efforts to conserve bird populations in the wild and improve the welfare of birds in captivity. The day commemorates conservation achievements, including saving endangered species like the Bald Eagle and California Condor from extinction.

Notes:
The Lokpal of India has declared January 16 as “Lokpal Day,” with the first observance on January 16, 2025. The decision was made during a meeting on March 14, 2024. Lokpal Day highlights the establishment of the Lokpal and aims to raise awareness about its role in promoting transparency and accountability in governance.

Notes:
Pune hosts the Army Day Parade for the first time on 15 January 2025. The parade commemorates Field Marshal K M Cariappa’s appointment as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief in 1949. Traditionally held in Delhi, the parade started rotating to other cities in 2023, with Bengaluru and Lucknow hosting it before Pune. Pune, the headquarters of the Indian Army’s Southern Command, was chosen for its historical ties to the Armed Forces. Indian Army Day, celebrated annually on January 15, marks a significant moment of pride for every Indian.

Notes:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 2nd Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 on 17 January 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The first expo was held in February 2024 in New Delhi. The event unites the entire mobility sector, including automobiles, transportation infrastructure, electric vehicles, and digital technologies. It highlights India’s role as a global mobility hub, showcasing cutting-edge innovations. The expo is hosted at Bharat Mandapam, Yashoboomi in Delhi, and Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, from 17-22 January 2025.

Notes:
The International Holocaust Remembrance Day is observed annually on January 27 across the world. It is observed to honor Jews and others massacred during the Holocaust. It marks the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp on January 27, 1945, ending World War II. The day serves as a reminder of Holocaust atrocities and promotes the fight against hatred, intolerance, and discrimination. It encourages global tolerance and the protection of human rights. The theme for 2025 is “Holocaust remembrance and education for dignity and human rights,” emphasizing its relevance in today’s world.

Notes:
Martyrs’ Day is observed on January 30 every year to honour those who fought for India’s freedom. In 2025, India marks the 77th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi’s assassination. The day serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made for India’s independence. Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated on January 30, 1948, by Nathuram Godse. He was a key leader in the freedom struggle, advocating non-violence against British rule. Gandhi was assassinated on his way to a prayer meeting in Delhi.

Notes:
Janjati Sanskritik Samagam 2025 is held at Mahakumbh, Prayagraj, with more than 15,000 tribals attending. The event celebrates India’s tribal communities, their heritage, traditions, art, and contributions. Cultural performances, traditional dances, music, and handicraft exhibitions highlights tribal identities. 2025 is declared Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh to honor Birsa Munda’s 150th birth anniversary.

Notes:
The Swavalambini Women Entrepreneurship Programme was launched in Assam, Meghalaya, and Mizoram by Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and NITI Aayog. It aims to empower female students in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) with entrepreneurial skills, mentorship, and funding support. The Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE) is leading the program with a structured stage-wise process from awareness to venture development. Successful ventures will be recognized and awarded to inspire others. The program was virtually inaugurated in 9 colleges and universities. It aligns with key government initiatives like Start-Up India, Stand-Up India, and PM Mudra Yojana.