Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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The Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, launched the Tobacco Free Youth Campaign 3.0. This 60-day national campaign aims to achieve a tobacco-free generation by educating and empowering children and youth. The campaign focuses on preventing initiation of tobacco use, supporting those who wish to quit, and promoting health and wellness in schools and higher education institutes. The Global Youth Tobacco Survey 2019 reported 8.4% of students aged 13–15 use tobacco, with initiation around age 10. The campaign follows a whole-of-government approach combining awareness, prevention, and enforcement measures.

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Recently, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and International Telecommunication Union (ITU) hosted the ‘AI for Good Summit’ at India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 in New Delhi. ITU is the United Nations (UN) specialized agency for information and communication technologies (ICT). It was established in 1865 as the International Telegraph Union. In 1947, ITU became a specialized agency of the UN. ITU coordinates between governments and private sector bodies for global telecommunication and ICT services.

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World Arthritis Day (WAD) is observed globally every year on 12 October to raise awareness about Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases (RMDs). The 2025 theme is “Achieve Your Dreams”, highlighting the goals, hopes, and resilience of people living with RMDs. World Arthritis Day (WAD) was established in 1996 by Arthritis and Rheumatism International (ARI), with the first celebration on 12 October 1996. Arthritis is a common musculoskeletal disorder causing joint inflammation, tenderness, or swelling, often affecting knees, shoulders, hands, feet, ankles, and hips.

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Police Commemoration Day is observed annually on October 21 to honour police personnel martyred at Hot Springs, Ladakh, in 1959 and all who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to police personnel for their courage, dedication, and supreme sacrifices, highlighting their role in keeping the nation safe. Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Central Police Organisations (CPOs) organise events from October 22–30, including family visits, police band displays, motorcycle rallies, “Run for Fallen Policemen,” blood donation camps, and competitions for children.

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The Model Rocketry/CANSAT India Student Competition grand finale has begun in Tumkuhiraj, Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, on the banks of the Narayani River. It is a 4-day national space competition organised by Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) in partnership with Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Astronautical Society of India (ASI). Around 600 students from 71 teams are participating — 36 in CANSAT and 35 in Model Rocketry categories. The event builds skills in payload design, mission planning, and teamwork, key for the aerospace sector.

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World Tsunami Awareness Day is observed every year on 5th November to promote awareness about tsunami risks, early warning systems, and preparedness. It was established by the United Nations (UN) in 2015 to remind the world of the importance of disaster readiness. The day emphasizes that timely preparation can save thousands of lives during natural disasters. The theme for 2025 is “Be Tsunami Ready: Invest in Tsunami Preparedness.” It focuses on community resilience, infrastructure investment, and education to reduce tsunami impact.

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World Diabetes Day is observed every year on November 14 and is led by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) to raise awareness about diabetes. Diabetes is one of the most common metabolic diseases affecting millions worldwide. The IDF predicts that by 2050, one in eight adults globally will be living with diabetes, highlighting the urgent need for action. Healthy lifestyle choices play a key role in reducing high blood sugar and managing diabetes effectively.

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Every year on 26 November, India celebrates Constitution Day (Samvidhan Diwas) to mark adoption of the Constitution of India in 1949. Constitution came into force on 26 January 1950, celebrated as Republic Day. For 75 years, it upholds justice, liberty, equality, fraternity, protects citizens’ rights, and guides India’s democracy. To commemorate 75 years, Department of Justice launched “Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Samman” (Our Constitution, Our Honour), a year-long pan-India campaign simplifying the Constitution for citizens.

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The fifth edition of the India Internet Governance Forum (IIGF) was held on 27–28 November 2025 in New Delhi. The theme was Advancing Internet Governance for an Inclusive and Sustainable Viksit Bharat. India Internet Governance Forum (IIGF) is the national chapter of the UN Internet Governance Forum (IGF) and uses a multi-stakeholder format. It was established in 2021. The forum provides a platform for open discussions on internet policy with guidance from a 14-member committee.

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UNICEF Foundation Day is observed on 11th December every year, 2025 marking the 79th anniversary of the organisation. UNICEF stands for United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund, renamed in 1953 as United Nations Children’s Fund. It was established in 1946 by the United Nations. UNICEF works on humanitarian grounds to provide emergency assistance and support to children from underprivileged communities. UNICEF has contributed significantly to reducing child mortality, improving education, and supporting vulnerable communities worldwide.