Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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The UN Alliance of Civilizations’ 10th Global Forum, held in Cascais, Portugal under the theme “United in Peace: Restoring Trust, Reshaping the Future” . It focuses on uniting diverse cultures for peace. It features discussions on pressing global issues, including artificial intelligence and sports, emphasizing the importance of cultural diversity, youth engagement, and innovative solutions for sustainable development. The event aims to foster dialogue and collaboration among nations to address contemporary challenges and promote a more inclusive future.

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The 13th National Seed Congress 2024 was inaugurated on November 28 by Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan via virtual address. It is organized by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare. The three-day event is held from November 28 to 30, 2024, at International Rice Research Institute South Asia Regional Centre (ISARC), Varanasi. Over 700 delegates, including experts, policymakers, industry leaders, scholars, and farmers, participated. The Congress focuses on key issues and advancements in the seed sector.

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BIPEX-2024, a national postal exhibition, held in Patna’s Gyan Bhawan Auditorium. It is inaugurated by Bihar Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar. The three-day exhibition highlights Bihar’s rich postal history, featuring around 20,000 postal stamps from 153 collectors. A major attraction is the world’s first postal stamp, released 250 years ago in Patna, in the form of copper coins. Two books, Glory of Bihar and Postal Heritage of Bihar, is also launched at the event.

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World AIDS Day is observed annually on December 1 since 1988 to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and show solidarity against the pandemic. It reflects on progress in prevention, treatment, and care while highlighting ongoing challenges. The day commemorates lives lost to AIDS, celebrates healthcare milestones, and spreads awareness globally. It emphasizes the link between combating AIDS and achieving Universal Health Coverage and the Right to Health. The 2024 theme, “Take the rights path: My health, my right!” focuses on healthcare access, individual empowerment, and addressing inequalities in HIV prevention and treatment.

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World Soil Day is celebrated every year on December 5 to raise awareness about the importance of soil. The theme for this year is “Caring for soils: measure, monitor, manage.” Soil is a living ecosystem that sustains plant life and regulates the Earth’s temperature. Over 33% of global soils are degraded due to erosion, deforestation, over-farming, and pollution. World Soil Day, initiated in 2002 and endorsed by the FAO in 2014, urges sustainable soil management. In India, soil health is deteriorating due to excessive fertiliser use, over-irrigation, and deforestation.

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National Energy Conservation Day is observed annually in India on December 14, promoting energy efficiency and sustainability. It highlights the importance of conserving energy and adopting sustainable practices for a greener future. Introduced in 1991, it is led by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) under the Ministry of Power. Energy conservation focuses on reducing unnecessary energy use through efficient practices and technologies, ensuring resource availability for future generations. The day features the National Energy Conservation Awards (NECA), honoring industries and institutions for reducing energy consumption while maintaining efficiency.

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Manipur recently commemorated Nupi Lal Numit 2024, honoring women who fought for justice and freedom, led by Chief Minister N. Biren Singh. The Nupi Lal uprisings of 1904 and 1939 were key moments in Manipuri history when women protested against British colonial injustices, showing remarkable courage. The Chief Minister announced initiatives like the Ima Nongthangleima Yaipha Tengbang Scheme for unemployed women and Ima markets in districts to boost women’s economic participation. Financial support is also provided to women athletes and aspiring sports talent.

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International Migrants Day is observed on December 18 each year to promote fair migration policies and advocate for migrants’ rights. The 2024 theme is “Honouring the contributions of migrants and respecting their rights,” highlighting both the exploitation of migrants and their positive societal contributions. The day also emphasizes the importance of inclusive migration policies that uphold human dignity. Established by the UN in 2000, it marks the adoption of the International Convention on the Protection of Migrant Workers’ Rights, aiming to protect migrants regardless of status or location.

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December 27 is observed as International Epidemic Preparedness Day worldwide. The day aims to raise awareness about pandemics by sharing scientific knowledge, information, and best practices internationally. Governments play a primary role in pandemic response, and the day emphasizes their responsibility. It educates people about pandemics, promotes information sharing at all levels, and enhances future health preparedness. The UN General Assembly established the day on December 7, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. The first observance took place on December 27, 2020, focusing on prevention, preparedness, and global cooperation.

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Lok Sabha Speaker inaugurates ‘Panchayat Se Parliament 2.0’ at the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan. It is organised by the National Commission for Women (NCW) with the Lok Sabha Secretariat and Ministry of Tribal Affairs. The event commemorates the 150th birth anniversary of tribal leader Bhagwan Birsa Munda. It gathers 502 elected women representatives from Scheduled Tribes across 22 states and Union Territories. Its primary focus is to empowering women representatives by enhancing their knowledge of constitutional provisions, parliamentary procedures, and governance.