Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDR) is celebrated annually on October 13. he day was established in 1989 to promote a global culture of disaster reduction and risk-awareness. It celebrates the efforts of communities and people around the world to reduce their exposure to disasters.

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World Food Day is celebrated on October 16 each year by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). It highlights the commitment to ensure food and nutritional security globally. Significant advancements in food production have been made through better seeds, irrigation, and efficient farm machinery. Increased incentives for farmers, like input subsidies and better prices, played a crucial role. About 2.33 billion people still face food insecurity, which is a challenge for achieving global food security. This year’s theme is “Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future.” The National Food Security Act (NFSA), passed in 2013, aimed to provide subsidized grains to two-thirds of India’s population.

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The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed every year on October 17th. Its purpose is to raise awareness about the need to eliminate poverty in all its forms. The day encourages efforts to create a more just, inclusive, and equitable world. Special attention is given to people living in extreme poverty.

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World Students’ Day is celebrated annually on October 15th. The day honors students worldwide and raises awareness about their challenges. It marks the birth anniversary of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, a former President of India and educator. The day highlights the importance of education and its role in shaping society’s future. It encourages students to pursue their dreams and overcome obstacles. The celebration acknowledges students’ contributions and promotes education as a tool for personal and social development.

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NITI Aayog organized a two-day international methanol seminar and expo 2024 in New Delhi. The event was held in collaboration with the US Methanol Institute. It focused on methanol production, applications, and global technological developments. The seminar highlighted methanol’s role in energy transition and as a low-carbon fuel in green shipping.

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The First ASEAN-India Track 1 Cyber Policy Dialogue was held in Singapore, co-chaired by Amit A. Shukla from India’s Ministry of External Affairs. Both sides discussed the cyber threat landscape, national cyber policies, threat assessments, and recent ICT developments at the UN. The Dialogue focused on cooperation in capacity building and training. It aimed to identify specific areas for joint activities in cybersecurity. This Dialogue strengthened the ASEAN-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, supporting the ASEAN-India Joint Statement on Advancing Digital Transformation from the ASEAN-India Summit on October 10.

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India observes Police Commemoration Day on October 21 to honor the policemen who died in a 1959 ambush by Chinese troops at Hot Springs, Ladakh. The day recognizes the bravery and sacrifice of police personnel protecting the nation. On October 21, 1959, Indian policemen on a reconnaissance mission were attacked by Chinese forces, resulting in several deaths. The day was officially designated in January 1960 during the Annual Conference of Inspectors General of Police. Ceremonies are held across India at police memorials, where leaders pay tribute to the fallen officers and acknowledge their dedication and courage.

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United Nations Day is celebrated on October 24, marking the establishment of the UN in 1945. The UN Charter was ratified by the majority of signatories, including the five permanent members of the Security Council. The UN promotes international peace and a fairer world through specialized organizations like the World Bank and WHO. The first UN Conference was held in San Francisco in 1945, leading to the ratification of the UN Charter. In 1971, the UN General Assembly recommended observing UN Day as a public holiday.

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The Indian Army hosted the second Chanakya Defence Dialogue on October 24-25, 2024, in New Delhi. The theme is “Drivers in Nation Building: Fuelling Growth Through Comprehensive Security,” focusing on integrating security into national and international policymaking. Key participants include policymakers, defence personnel, scientists, and speakers from the US, Russia, Israel, and Sri Lanka. The event will explore India’s strategic goals for “Viksit Bharat @2047.”

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The 9th Ayurveda Day is observed on October 29, 2024 (Dhanteras), in over 150 countries. Prime Minister Modi launched health projects worth ₹12,850 crore to mark the occasion. Ayurveda Day, started in 2016, is celebrated on Dhanvantari Jayanti, honoring Dhanvantari, the mythological physician of the gods. Ayurveda, meaning ‘Knowledge of Life,’ aims for holistic balance in body, mind, and spirit. The 2024 theme, “Ayurveda Innovations for Global Health,” focuses on promoting Ayurveda’s role in tackling global health issues.