Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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Recently, at the INSPIRE Health Systems Forum in Manila, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) launched the Universal Health Coverage Practitioners and Experts Knowledge Exchange and Resources (UHC PEERS) network. The launch was led by ADB President Masato Kanda, with participation from health ministers and officials from more than 25 countries. The UHC PEERS network is a peer-to-peer learning platform for sharing best practices and collaboration among countries. It focuses on health financing reform, primary healthcare innovations, inclusion of underserved communities, and private sector engagement.

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World Day for International Justice is observed every year on July 17th. The day promotes global awareness and support for international justice. It highlights the work of the International Criminal Court (ICC) and other criminal tribunals. The focus is on justice for genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. It reminds the world that no one is above the law. The day emphasizes that every individual must have access to justice.

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July 23 is observed as National Broadcasting Day in India. It commemorates the first radio broadcast in India on July 23, 1927 from Bombay Station under the Indian Broadcasting Company. On June 8, 1936, the Indian State Broadcasting Service was renamed All India Radio (AIR). In 1956, AIR adopted the name AKASHVANI as the National Broadcaster. Broadcasting played a vital role in the freedom struggle, spreading information and fostering unity. Post-independence, it supported literacy, health awareness, and agricultural education, especially in rural India.

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World Hepatitis Day is observed every year on 28 July to spread awareness about viral hepatitis. In 2025, the theme is “Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down”. It urges urgent action to remove financial, social, and systemic barriers, including stigma, to eliminate hepatitis. Viral hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver that can lead to severe liver disease and liver cancer. The theme highlights the need to simplify, scale up, and integrate services into national health systems.

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Recently, the Maharashtra government declared August 7 will be celebrated every year as “Sustainable Agriculture Day” to honour Bharat Ratna Dr. M. S. Swaminathan. The announcement marks the birth centenary of Dr. Swaminathan, known as the architect of India’s Green Revolution. Dr. Swaminathan’s research boosted wheat and rice productivity, helping India achieve food self-sufficiency and economic growth. He was awarded the Bharat Ratna by the Government of India in 2024. The United Nations recognised him as the father of the economic environment.

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International Youth Day is celebrated globally every year on August 12 to recognize youth contributions, challenges, and potential. It was first proposed in 1991 at the World Youth Forum in Vienna, Austria. The World Conference of Ministers Responsible for Youth declared August 12 as International Youth Day in 1999. The United Nations General Assembly endorsed it in December 1999. The first celebration was held on August 12, 2000. The 2025 theme is “Local Youth Actions for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Beyond.”

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Sadbhavana Divas, meaning Day of Harmony, is observed every year on 20 August. It marks the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, India’s youngest prime minister. The day promotes peace, harmony, national integration, and goodwill among all people regardless of caste, creed, or religion. On this day, leaders and citizens take a pledge to work towards peace, goodwill, and harmony in society. Cultural events, debates, and educational activities are organised to spread tolerance and unity.

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For the first time since 2016, Ayurveda Day will be observed on a fixed date, 23 September every year, as notified by the Government of India in March 2025. Earlier, Ayurveda Day was celebrated on Dhanvantari Jayanti (Dhanteras). The fixed date gives Ayurveda a universal calendar identity and enables greater global participation. The 2025 theme is “Ayurveda for People & Planet,” announced by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Ayush and Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare, Shri Prataprao Jadhav. Ayurveda is recognized as a science of life promoting harmony between individuals and the environment.

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World Lake Day is observed on 27th August every year. It was established by the United Nations (UN) in 2024. The day highlights the vital role of lakes in providing freshwater. Lakes support biodiversity and help regulate the climate. They contribute to economic activities and recreational opportunities. Lakes face growing threats from pollution, climate change, and unsustainable practices. The observance is led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). It aims to raise awareness and promote sustainable lake management. It supports restoration efforts and fosters global cooperation to protect lakes.

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International Literacy Day (ILD) is observed every year on September 8. Literacy is a basic human right that supports other rights, freedom, and global citizenship. UNESCO reported that 739 million youth and adults still lack basic literacy skills in 2024. International Literacy Day (ILD) was declared by UNESCO in 1966 and first celebrated in 1967. The 2025 theme is “Promoting literacy in the digital era.” International Literacy Day (ILD) 2025 highlights literacy as a tool for justice, peace, and sustainable society.