Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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The World Economic Forum (WEF) is hosting its Annual Meeting from January 20 to 24, 2025, in Davos, Switzerland, with the theme “Collaboration for the Intelligent Age.” WEF was established in 1971 as a not-for-profit foundation by German engineer and economist Klaus Schwab. It introduced the concept of stakeholder capitalism. WEF fosters dialogue, debate, and action among organizations and leaders to build resilient, inclusive, and sustainable economies and societies.

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The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying hosted a two-day conclave in Shillong from January 23-24 to boost investment in North East India’s livestock sector. The conclave aimed to discuss strategies for the sector’s development, assess challenges, and explore growth opportunities through technological interventions and policy support. It focused on value chain strengthening, knowledge sharing, and promoting sustainable farming practices.

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The 76th Republic Day of India, celebrated on January 26, 2025, featured the theme “Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas” (Golden India: Heritage and Development). This theme highlighted India’s cultural heritage and progress in various sectors. Fifteen states and Union Territories, including Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, and Gujarat, showcased elaborate tableaux on Kartavya Path. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto was the chief guest, marking 76 years of India-Indonesia diplomatic ties. The parade featured Armed Forces contingents and diverse cultural performances reflecting the theme.

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Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini inaugurated the International Saraswati Mahotsav 2025 on 29 January at Pehowa Saraswati Tirth in Kurukshetra. The seven-day event runs until 4 February 2025 with seminars, cultural activities, and the Saras mela showcasing rural artisans’ products. The Mahotsav is organized on a larger scale, modeled after the International Gita Mahotsav. The inaugural event was held at Adi Badri, believed to be the birthplace of Goddess Saraswati.

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The UN declared February 11 as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science in 2015. The year 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of this observance. The day promotes full and equal participation of women and girls in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields. India has taken key steps to ensure gender parity in STEM. The Department of Science and Technology (DST) launched the (Women in Science and Engineering-KIRAN) scheme. This scheme supports women at different stages of their scientific careers. The initiative aims to strengthen women’s role in science, engineering, and research.

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National Women’s Day is celebrated in India on February 13 to honor Sarojini Naidu. She was a freedom fighter, poet, and the first woman President of the Indian National Congress (1925). She was also the first woman governor of an Indian state. Known as the “Nightingale of India”, she played a key role in India’s independence movement. The day highlights women’s empowerment, gender equality, and leadership. The Indian government designated February 13 to recognize her contributions to social justice and literature, inspiring generations.

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The 32nd Indian Art History Congress was held from 8 to 10 February 2025 at the Indian Institute of Heritage, Noida. The theme was “Rendering Indian Epics in Art and Culture”, focusing on artistic expressions based on the Mahabharata and Ramayana. The event was organized by the Indian Heritage Institute, Noida, under the Ministry of Culture. The conference aimed to preserve and protect Indian art and cultural heritage. The Indian Art History Congress (IAHC) promotes research in Indian art and culture.

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World Day of Social Justice is observed annually on February 20 by the United Nations (UN) to promote equality, solidarity, and opportunity. It addresses poverty, exclusion, unemployment, and social harmony within and among societies. India’s Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) works towards bridging socio-economic gaps through reforms and global partnerships. It was established by the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in 2007. It has been observed since 2009.

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International Mother Language Day is observed on February 21 every year to promote linguistic diversity. UNESCO established it in 1999, recognizing the Bengali people’s struggle for language rights. The 2025 theme is “Silver Jubilee Celebration of International Mother Language Day,” marking 25 years of preserving linguistic heritage.

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Topographies of Tents, Terracotta, and Time is an international art exhibition that was held at the Srishti Art Gallery in Hyderabad in February 2025. The exhibition featured works by international and national artists, and explored themes of identity, displacement, and transformation. The exhibition was a collaboration between Srishti Art Gallery and Goethe-Zentrum Hyderabad, and marked the gallery’s 25th anniversary.