Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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The International Day of Peace (Peace Day) is observed globally on 21 September each year. It was established in 1981 by a unanimous United Nations (UN) resolution. In 2001, the UN General Assembly resolved to fix the observance of the day to September 21, making it an annual event dedicated to a global ceasefire and non-violence. This year’s theme is ‘Act Now for a Peaceful World’.

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National Service Scheme (NSS) Day is observed on 24 September every year across India. It marks the establishment of NSS, a permanent youth programme under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS). The programme connects student youth with community service to build personality through social welfare work. NSS is a Central Sector Scheme implemented by MYAS with three core components – student youth, teachers, and the community. The motto is “Not Me But You,” highlighting democratic living and selfless service. The symbol of NSS is derived from the Rath wheel of Konark Sun Temple in Odisha.

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World Cotton Day is celebrated annually on 7th October to highlight cotton’s contribution to the global economy, trade, and livelihoods. It was first celebrated on 7th October 2019 at the World Trade Organization (WTO) in Geneva. Cotton is a widely produced natural fibre, cultivated in over 75 countries across five continents. The theme for 2025 is “The Fabric of Our Lives,” symbolising cotton’s role in connecting communities, cultures, and economies. The event is hosted at Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) Headquarters, Rome, by Chad, FAO, and International Trade Centre (ITC).

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The Eighth Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly will be held from October 27–30, 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. ISA was launched by India and France at COP21, Paris, in 2015 and has 124 Member and Signatory Countries. ISA promotes solar energy deployment, energy access, and security, especially in the Global South, supporting agriculture, health, transport, and power sectors. PM-KUSUM scheme supports 10 GW small solar plants, 1.4 million off-grid solar pumps, and 3.5 million grid-connected pumps. India is second largest solar module manufacturer and aims for 5 million tonnes of green hydrogen by 2031.

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The United Nations (UN) International Day of Rural Women (IDRW) is observed every year on October 15. It honors rural and indigenous women for their contributions to agriculture, food security, and rural development. The theme for 2025 is: “The Rise of Rural Women: Building Resilient Futures with Beijing+30”. It emphasizes empowerment of rural women to drive sustainable and climate-resilient development, digital inclusion, social protection, and leadership. International Day of Rural Women (IDRW) was established in 1995 by civil society organizations during the 4th World Conference on Women in Beijing, China.

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International Snow Leopard Day is celebrated annually on 23 October. It was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2024. The day aims to promote global and regional cooperation for the conservation of the snow leopard (Panthera uncia). Snow leopards are found in high mountain regions of Afghanistan, Bhutan, China, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Russian Federation, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.

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National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) is observed every October globally, including in India and the United States. The month aims to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and promote safe online practices among individuals, families, businesses, and communities. The theme for 2025 in India is “Cyber Jagrit Bharat,” meaning Cyber Safe India. The month focuses on cybersecurity as a national priority. NCSAM was launched in 2004 by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA). In India, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), leads campaigns to build cybersecurity resilience. The global theme is “Stay Safe Online,” emphasizing simple ways to protect against cyber threats.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead National Unity Day celebrations on October 31 at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat’s Narmada Valley. National Unity Day (Rashtriya Ekta Diwas) is observed every year on October 31. It marks the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister. The day was introduced in 2014 by the Government of India. Patel, known as the “Iron Man of India,” played a key role in uniting India’s princely states.

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Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week is observed every year from 24th to 31st October by the United Nations (UN). The 2025 theme is “Minds Over Artificial Intelligence (AI) – MIL in Digital Spaces.” It focuses on the importance of Media and Information Literacy in the age of Artificial Intelligence. Media and Information Literacy (MIL) means the ability to access, evaluate, use, and create information responsibly while respecting digital rights and ethics. It promotes critical thinking, informed participation, peace, diversity, gender equality, and sustainable development in digital spaces.

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Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 is observed from 27th October to 2nd November across India. The theme for this year is “Vigilance – Our Shared Responsibility.” It aims to promote honesty in public life and build a corruption-free society. The week encourages ethics, transparency, and accountability in governance and public administration. The observance began with a pledge-taking ceremony by public servants in Ministries, Departments, Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), and Banks. It is observed annually in the last week of October to coincide with Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary.