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Which date is celebrated as Louis Braille Day?
Which date is celebrated as Louis Braille Day?
Which of these days is marked on March 8?
Which of these days is marked on March 8?
World Radio Day is celebrated in February.
World Radio Day is celebrated in February.
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Who was the first African UN Secretary-General?
Who was the first African UN Secretary-General?
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What is the tenure of Trygve Lie as the Secretary-General of the UN?
What is the tenure of Trygve Lie as the Secretary-General of the UN?
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When is National Science Day celebrated in India?
When is National Science Day celebrated in India?
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What is the main focus of World Autism Awareness Day?
What is the main focus of World Autism Awareness Day?
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Which week focuses on Solidarity against Racism and Racial Discrimination?
Which week focuses on Solidarity against Racism and Racial Discrimination?
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The 3rd UN Secretary-General was _____ and served from 1961 to 1971.
The 3rd UN Secretary-General was _____ and served from 1961 to 1971.
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Study Notes
Important Days (India and World)
January
- Louis Braille Day: Celebrates the birth of Louis Braille, inventor of the Braille writing system.
- Pravasi Bhartiya Diwas: Recognizes contributions of non-resident Indians.
- World Hindi Day: Promotes Hindi language and culture globally.
- National Youth Day: Marks the birthday of Swami Vivekananda, emphasizing youth empowerment.
- Army Day: Honors the Indian Army's achievements and sacrifices.
- Rashtriya Balika Diwas: Advocates for the rights and care of the girl child.
- Tourism Day: Highlights the importance and potential of tourism in India.
- Republic Day: Celebrates the adoption of the Indian Constitution.
- International Custom Excise Day: Focuses on the role of customs in global trade.
- International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust: Remembers Holocaust victims and promotes awareness.
- Martyrs' Day: Commemorates sacrifices made by freedom fighters in India.
- Leprosy Prevention Day: Raises awareness about leprosy prevention and care.
- Sarvodaya Day: Celebrates the philosophy of social and economic justice.
February
- World Epilepsy Day: Aims to raise awareness about epilepsy.
- World Cancer Day: Promotes cancer awareness and education.
- World Radio Day: Celebrates the importance of radio in communication and information.
- Valentine Day: Celebrates love and affection between intimate partners.
- World Day of Social Justice: Advocates for social justice and equality.
- International Mother Language Day: Promotes linguistic and cultural diversity.
- Central Excise Tax Day: Observes the significance of excise taxation in India.
- National Science Day: Celebrates scientific achievements and innovations in India.
March
- World Wildlife Day: Raises awareness about the importance of wildlife conservation.
- National Safety Day: Promotes safety measures in industrial workplaces.
- International Women's Day: Celebrates women's rights and contributions to society.
- Commonwealth Day: Reaffirms commitment to Commonwealth values.
- World Kidney Day: Aims to raise awareness about kidney health.
- Central Industrial Security Force Foundation Day: Recognizes the contributions of CISF.
- World Consumer Rights Day: Advocates for consumer rights and protection.
- Ordnance Factories Day: Honors India's defense production efforts.
- International Day of Happiness: Promotes happiness as a universal goal.
- World Sparrow Day: Raises awareness about the conservation of sparrows.
- World Forestry Day: Highlights the importance of forests and sustainable management.
- International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination: Promotes equality and combats racism.
- World Water Day: Raises awareness about the importance of freshwater.
- World Meteorological Day: Highlights the role of meteorology in our lives.
- Ram Manohar Lohia's Birthday: Commemorates the influential Indian politician's contributions.
- Martyrdom Day of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev & Rajguru: Remembers their sacrifice for India's freedom.
- World TB Day: Raises awareness about tuberculosis and promotes prevention.
- Sacrifice Day of Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi: Honors the contributions of a prominent Indian freedom fighter.
- National Day of Bangladesh: Celebrates the establishment of Bangladesh.
- World Theatre Day: Promotes the value of theatre arts.
April
- World Autism Awareness Day: Increases understanding and acceptance of autism.
- International Day for Mine Awareness: Promotes awareness of landmines and mine action.
- National Maritime Day: Celebrates India's maritime trade and history.
- World Health Day: Focuses on global health issues and promotes healthy living.
- Special Protection Group Foundation Day: Recognizes the SPG's role in protecting VIPs.
- World Homeopathy Day: Celebrates the birthday of homeopathy founder Samuel Hahnemann.
- World Aeronautics and Cosmology Day: Recognizes advancements in aeronautics and space exploration.
- Ambedkar's Birth Anniversary: Honors the contributions of B.R. Ambedkar in advocating for social justice and rights.
Secretary Generals of UNO and their Tenure
- Trygve Lie: First UN Secretary-General from Norway (1946-1952).
- Dag Hammarskjold: Swedish Secretary-General (1953-1961).
- U-Thant: Secretary-General from Myanmar (1961-1971).
- Kurt Waldheim: Austrian Secretary-General (1972-1981).
- Javier Perez de Cuellar: Peruvian Secretary-General (1982-1991).
- Boutros Boutros Ghali: First African Secretary-General from Egypt (1992-1996).
- Kofi Annan: Ghanaian Secretary-General (1997-2006).
- Ban Ki-moon: South Korean Secretary-General (2007-2016).
- Antonio Guterres: Current Secretary-General from Portugal (2017-present).
United Nations International Weeks
- World Interfaith Harmony Week: Promotes harmony between different faiths.
- Week of Solidarity with the People Struggling Against Racism and Racial Discrimination: Celebrates actions against racism (March 21 to 27).
- Global Soil Week: Focuses on the importance of soil health (April 19 to 23).
- World Immunization Week: Encourages vaccination awareness (April 24 to 30).
- Global Road Safety Week: Promotes road safety awareness and practices (May 8 to 14).
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This quiz focuses on various important days celebrated in India and worldwide during January. Test your knowledge on events such as Louis Braille Day, Republic Day, and National Youth Day, among others. Discover the significance of each day and how it impacts cultural awareness and social causes.
