Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs
31. ‘Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas’ is observed on the birth anniversary of which leader?
[A] B R Ambedkar
[B] Birsa Munda
[C] Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
[D] Ayyan Kaali
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Correct Answer: B [Birsa Munda]
Notes:
In 2021, the Union government had declared 15th November as Janjatiya Gaurav Divas dedicated to the memory of brave tribal freedom fighters.
November 15 is the birth anniversary of Birsa Munda, an iconic freedom fighter, social reformer and revered tribal leader of the country. Education Ministry will celebrate Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas in schools and higher educational institutions across the country.
32. What is the theme of ‘National Education Day 2022’?
[A] Changing Course, Transforming Education
[B] Education and scientific research
[C] Shaping country’s education system
[D] Culture and Education
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Correct Answer: A [Changing Course, Transforming Education]
Notes:
The National Education Day is being celebrated on November 11 every year since 2008 to commemorate the birth anniversary of the first Education Minister Maulana Abul Kalam Azad.
Azad played a significant role in shaping the country’s education system and contributed to set up several academic institutes UGC, AICTE and other bodies. This year the theme is ‘Changing Course, Transforming Education’.
33. Which country signed the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) in the G-20 summit 2022?
[A] India
[B] Indonesia
[C] China
[D] Japan
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Correct Answer: B [Indonesia]
Notes:
Indonesia signed Just Energy Transition Partnership, or JETP, with international lenders and major nations on the sidelines of the G-20 summit in Bali
The USD 20 billion agreement will provide funding to help the country increase its use of renewable energy and reduce its reliance on coal.
34. ‘National Milk Day’ is observed to commemorate the birth anniversary of which personality?
[A] M S Swaminathan
[B] Dr. Verghese Kurien
[C] Charan Singh
[D] Morarji Desai
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Correct Answer: B [Dr. Verghese Kurien]
Notes:
‘National Milk Day’ is observed to commemorate 101st birth anniversary of the ‘Father of the White Revolution in India’, Dr. Verghese Kurien also known as the Milkman of India.
The prestigious National Gopal Ratna Awards 2022 will also be conferred on the day. In the national event in the state of Karnataka, a book on the life of Varghese Kurian and a booklet on Milk Adulteration is to be released.
35. Which year is declared as the ‘International Year of Millets (IYM)’?
[A] 2021
[B] 2022
[C] 2023
[D] 2025
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Correct Answer: C [2023]
Notes:
Union External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar attended the pre-launch celebration of International Year of Millets (IYM) 2023.
In 2018, India proposed to the United Nation to declare 2023 as the International Year of Millets. It was approved by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) in 2018.
36. When is the ‘International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People’ observed?
[A] June 29
[B] July 29
[C] November 29
[D] December 29
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Correct Answer: C [November 29]
Notes:
The International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People is observed on November 29, to inform the public about the issues related to Palestine.
The United Nations General Assembly declared November 29 as International Day for Solidarity with Palestinian people in the year 1977.
37. The New and Renewable Energy Ministry extended the rooftop solar programme till which year?
[A] 2024
[B] 2025
[C] 2026
[D] 2027
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Correct Answer: C [2026]
Notes:
The Union Ministry of new and renewable energy extended the rooftop solar programme till March 31, 2026.
With this, subsidy under the programme will be available until the target for the scheme is achieved. All residential consumers are advised not to pay any additional charges to any vendor on account of fee for application on the National Portal or any additional charges for net-metering or testing.
38. When is the ‘International Day of Neutrality’ observed?
[A] December 1
[B] December 5
[C] December 12
[D] December 22
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Correct Answer: C [December 12]
Notes:
The International Day of Neutrality is commemorated on December 12. The day was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2017, to focus on advocating and campaigning for intra-state peaceful relations.
The United Nations focuses on Preventive diplomacy, which is the diplomatic action taken to prevent disputes from escalating into conflicts, as well as limiting the spread of conflicts; as well as mediating in inter and intra-state conflicts at all stages, and peacekeeping.
39. When is the ‘National Startup Day’ celebrated every year?
[A] January 6
[B] January 16
[C] January 26
[D] February 6
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Correct Answer: B [January 16]
Notes:
The ‘National start-up Day’ is observed every year on January 16, to promote the startup culture at the grassroots level.
To celebrate National Startup Day and the Indian startup ecosystem, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, is organizing the Startup India Innovation Week.
40. When was the Uttar Pradesh foundation Day celebrated every year?
[A] January 21
[B] January 24
[C] January 27
[D] January 30
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Correct Answer: B [January 24]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh came into existence on January 24, 1950, when the governor-general of India passed United Provinces Order 1950, renaming United Provinces as Uttar Pradesh.
This is the 74th foundation day of Uttar Pradesh and it is being celebrated as ‘UP Day’. On the occasion, several schemes including Chief Minister Handicraft Pension Scheme, Handicraft Marketing Promotion Scheme, and exemption in stamp duty were launched. People were also awarded with ‘Rani Laxmi Bai Puraskar’ and ‘Laxman Puraskar’.
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