Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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World Jellyfish Day 2025 is celebrated annually on November 3rd to raise awareness about the importance of jellyfish in marine ecosystems. The day promotes understanding of their vital role, the threats they face, and their connection to ocean health and biodiversity. Jellyfish are a crucial part of the food web, serving as both predators and prey. Massive blooms can also serve as a warning sign for the health of the ocean due to warming waters and pollution.

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National Cancer Awareness Day is observed every year on 7th November in India since 2014. The day aims to spread awareness about the early detection, prevention, and treatment of cancer. Healthcare organisations, government bodies, and NGOs conduct awareness drives, seminars, and free screenings nationwide. India has an estimated 20–25 lakh active cancer patients, with about 7 lakh new cases reported each year. Nearly two-thirds of new cases are detected at an incurable stage.

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World Science Day for Peace and Development is observed annually on November 10 to highlight the role of science in society and to encourage public engagement with scientific issues. It aims to promote the use of science for peaceful and sustainable development, bridging the gap between science and society, and informing citizens about scientific progress. The observance originated from the 1999 World Conference on Science and was officially proclaimed by UNESCO in 2001.

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Akshar Mahotsav 2025 was held from 14–16 November at the National Museum, New Delhi, to celebrate India’s scriptural heritage. It was organised by the National Museum and Ministry of Culture with The Calligraphy Foundation under the theme “Akshar-Sanskriti – Letters as Pillars of Culture.” The festival showcased over 100 contemporary calligraphic artworks and rare manuscripts. The event upheld the vision of preserving handwritten traditions with modern creativity, aligning with NEP 2020 and Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.

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World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Day is observed annually on the third Wednesday of November to raise awareness about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This year, it is observed on November 19, 2025, with the theme “Short of Breath, Think COPD” to encourage early diagnosis, public education, and better management of the progressive respiratory disease. The day is organized by the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) in collaboration with healthcare professionals and patient groups to highlight that COPD is a preventable and treatable condition.

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World Television Day is observed every year on 21 November, based on a 1996 United Nations General Assembly Resolution. The day recognises television as a vital medium for informing, educating, shaping public opinion and promoting global understanding. In India, the observance is led by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) along with Prasar Bharati, the national public broadcaster. Doordarshan and All India Radio conduct special programmes to highlight television’s role in public service communication and national integration. India has over 230 million television households reaching nearly 900 million viewers, showing TV’s massive influence in awareness creation and participatory governance.

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The National One Health Mission Assembly 2025 was held at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Hall, New Delhi, bringing national leadership together for pandemic preparedness. The theme was “Translating Knowledge to Practice – One Earth, One Health, One Future,” reflecting India’s commitment to holistic and integrated health security. The National One Health Mission (NOHM) integrates 16 ministries and departments connecting human, animal, plant and environmental health for pandemic preparedness. The Assembly served as a platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing and cross-sector partnerships to build a future-ready One Health ecosystem.

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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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National Mathematics Day is observed annually on December 22 to honor the birth anniversary of Srinivasa Ramanujan, one of India’s most influential mathematicians. The day was formally instituted by the Government of India in December 2011, with 2012 declared as National Mathematics Year to promote mathematical learning and research nationwide. December 22 was chosen to recognize Ramanujan’s extraordinary contributions, including solutions to problems considered intractable in his lifetime and their lasting global impact. The observance encourages students, researchers, and academic institutions to engage with mathematics as central to innovation, technology, and scientific progress.

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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