Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the tenth Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog in New Delhi. He urged every state to develop one world-class tourist destination under the idea of “One State: One Global Destination”. This step will also help in the development of nearby cities and boost local tourism. The theme of this year is “Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat@2047” which means “Developed States for a Developed India by 2047”. The goal is to align state-level visions with national goals through bold and inclusive planning. The meeting also focused on entrepreneurship, skill development, and job creation across the country. Chief Ministers, Union Ministers, and officials of National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog participated in the meeting.

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Global Wind Day is observed annually on 15 June to celebrate the role of wind energy in promoting clean and sustainable growth. In India, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is hosting a special event in Bengaluru to mark the occasion. The event will showcase India’s progress toward achieving 50 Gigawatts (GW) of wind energy capacity by March 2025. It will also highlight how wind energy supports rural development, creates green jobs, and strengthens climate resilience.

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World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is observed globally on 17 June to raise awareness about land degradation neutrality (LDN). This year’s theme is “Restore the land. Unlock the opportunities,” which highlights how restoring land can create jobs, improve food and water security, and support climate action. The day is coordinated by the Secretariat of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). In India, Union Minister for Environment, Forest & Climate Change and Union Minister of Culture and Tourism inaugurated a National Workshop at the Arid Forest Research Institute, Jodhpur, focusing on land restoration and climate resilience.

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The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) recently chaired the 137th meeting of the Offshore Security Coordination Committee (OSCC) in New Delhi. The committee frames policies, prepares contingency plans, and guides multiple agencies in securing offshore installations. Due to the growing offshore Oil and Natural Gas sector, the Indian Coast Guard’s role has expanded significantly. Indian Coast Guard (ICG), formed under the Coast Guard Act, 1978. It is an armed force under the Ministry of Defence.

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India recently hosted the first Assembly of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) in New Delhi on 16 June 2025. It is a global initiative launched by the Government of India through the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) in March 2024. It aims to conserve big cats by promoting global cooperation, knowledge exchange, and technical and financial support. The meeting was attended by ministerial delegations from nine countries including Bhutan, Cambodia, Eswatini, Guinea, India, Liberia, Suriname, Somalia, and Kazakhstan.

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World Sickle Cell Day is observed every year on 19 June to spread awareness about sickle cell disease. It aims to educate people about early diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of this inherited blood disorder. Sickle cell disease is a common monogenic disease, with over 3,00,000 births affected each year worldwide. Most cases are found in low- and middle-income countries, including India, which has the world’s second-highest burden. The 2025 theme is “Global Action, Local Impact: Empowering Communities for Effective Self-Advocacy.”

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International Olympic Day is celebrated on June 23, 2025, to mark the birth of the modern Olympic Games and promote the Olympic spirit. It was first celebrated in 1948 to honour the founding of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on June 23, 1894, in Paris by Baron Pierre de Coubertin. The theme for 2025 is “Let’s Move”, jointly launched by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the World Health Organisation (WHO), urging everyone to fight inactivity.

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Recently, the first-ever ASEAN–India Cruise Dialogue was inaugurated in Chennai, marking a milestone in maritime cooperation between India and Southeast Asian countries. The event took place aboard MV Empress at Chennai Port with over 30 delegates from all ten ASEAN nations and Timor Leste. The dialogue focused on improving cruise connectivity, promoting sustainable tourism, and strengthening cultural and economic links across the Indo-Pacific region.

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International Plastic Bag Free Day is observed every year on on July 3. It raises awareness about the harmful effects of single-use plastic bags on the environment. The day encourages people to reduce plastic use and choose eco-friendly options like cloth and paper bags. It began under the Bag Free World Movement by environmental groups in Europe in the early 2000s. The campaign’s message spread globally over time. International Plastic Bag Free Day was officially established to highlight the growing danger of plastic pollution.

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World Rural Development Day is observed every year on July 6 to highlight the importance of rural communities in sustainable development. It focuses on empowering rural populations with tools, policies, and opportunities to enhance self-reliance and livelihoods. The day aims to address major rural challenges like poverty, food insecurity, and poor infrastructure. It aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) like Goal 1 (No Poverty), Goal 2 (Zero Hunger), and Goal 15 (Life on Land).