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49 Important Days and Themes (Static GK) questions asked in recent SSC and Railway exams, newest first, with exam, date & shift, answers and solutions.

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RRB Group D 2025-26 – 25 August 2026 Shift 2 · National days

Q1. When is 'National Technology Day' celebrated every year in India to recognize the country's scientific and technological achievements?

  1. (a) 21 June
  2. (b) 5 May
  3. (c) 11 May
  4. (d) 15 May
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 11 May

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 3 – 11 May
Explanation:
National Technology Day is observed every year on11 May, commemorating the 1998 Pokhran-II nuclear tests (Operation Shakti).
Important Facts:
• The day also marks related milestones such as the first flight test of the Trishul missile in 1998.
• It is observed under the aegis of the Technology Development Board, Ministry of Science and Technology.
• 21 June is International Yoga Day, unrelated to this observance.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 25 August 2026 Shift 3 · International days

Q2. The theme of World Water Day 2026 is “Water and Gender”. The observance is celebrated annually on:

  1. (a) 8 March
  2. (b) 22 March
  3. (c) 10 March
  4. (d) 21 March
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 22 March

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 2 – 22 March
Explanation:
World Water Day is observed annually on22 March, as designated by the United Nations since 1993; this is a fixed date and does not change year to year, including for 2026's theme.
Important Facts:
• World Water Day was established by the UN General Assembly in 1993.
• It is coordinated by UN-Water in collaboration with governments and organisations.
• Each year's observance has a distinct theme highlighting a specific water-related issue.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 21 August 2026 Shift 1 · National days

Q3. In January 2026, the National Youth Day in India was observed to commemorate the birth anniversary of which personality?

  1. (a) Swami Vivekananda
  2. (b) Rabindranath Tagore
  3. (c) Subhas Chandra Bose
  4. (d) Mahatma Gandhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Swami Vivekananda

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 1 – Swami Vivekananda
Explanation:
Confirmed via multiple January 2026 sources (Newsonair.gov.in, Vajiram & Ravi, PW Live) — National Youth Day is observed every year on 12 January to mark the birth anniversary ofSwami Vivekananda; in January 2026 the President and other dignitaries paid tribute to him on this occasion as in previous years.
Important Facts:
• The day was officially declared National Youth Day by the Government of India in 1984.
• It is meant to spread Vivekananda's philosophy and ideals among the youth of India.
• The other options (Tagore, Bose, Gandhi) have their own separate commemorative days (e.g., Gandhi Jayanti on 2 October).
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 19 August 2026 Shift 2 · National days

Q4. When was GST Day 2026 celebrated in Hyderabad to mark nine years of implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST)?

  1. (a) 1 July 2026
  2. (b) 22 January 2026
  3. (c) 2 March 2026
  4. (d) 15 August 2026
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 1 July 2026

Correct Answer:
Correct Answer: Option 1 – 1 July 2026
Explanation:
GST Day 2026 was celebrated on1 July 2026in Hyderabad, marking nine years since the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax in India (rolled out on 1 July 2017).
Important Facts:
• GST Day is observed annually on 1 July across India.
• The Hyderabad event highlighted GST's transformative role in nation building.
• Confirmed via Telangana Today, BankExamsToday, and GST Chennai official notices.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 17 August 2026 Shift 1 · National days

Q5. In which month did the Grand Finale of the 63rd National Maritime Day Celebrations take place in Mumbai in 2026?

  1. (a) April
  2. (b) March
  3. (c) January
  4. (d) February
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) April

63rd National Maritime Day Celebrations
The Grand Finale of the 63rd National Maritime Day Celebrations 2026, marking the culmination of Merchant Navy Week, was held onApril 5, 2026at the Bharatratnam Auditorium, Andheri, Mumbai, as confirmed by the official PIB press release.
Correct Answer: April (Option 1)
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 17 August 2026 Shift 3 · National days

Q6. The theme of National Youth Day 2026 was ‘Ignite the Self, Impact the World’. This day marks the birth anniversary of whom?

  1. (a) Rabindranath Tagore
  2. (b) Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose
  3. (c) Sri Aurobindo
  4. (d) Swami Vivekananda
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Swami Vivekananda

National Youth Day 2026
National Youth Day is observed every year on12 January, marking the birth anniversary ofSwami Vivekananda. The theme for National Youth Day 2026 was 'Ignite the Self, Impact the World'.
Multiple 2026 news reports (NewsX, Business Standard, Right to Truth, Vajiram & Ravi) confirm this theme was used to celebrate Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary.
Correct Answer: Swami Vivekananda
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 14 August 2026 Shift 3 · National days

Q7. National Girl Child Day 2026 was observed across India on which of the following dates to promote girls' rights and empowerment?

  1. (a) March 08
  2. (b) January 12
  3. (c) January 24
  4. (d) February 13
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) January 24

Answer: Option 3 – January 24.
• National Girl Child Day is observed on24 January.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 9 August 2026 Shift 3 · International days

Q8. World Consumer Rights Day was/will be observed globally on which date in 2026?

  1. (a) April 15
  2. (b) March 15
  3. (c) December 24
  4. (d) October 15
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) March 15

Answer: Option 2 — March 15
World Consumer Rights Day is observed on15 March→ Option 2.
RRB Group D 2025-26 – 3 August 2026 Shift 2 · National days

Q9. On which date in 2026 did India officially commemorate Ambedkar Jayanti to honor the architect of the Constitution, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, with nationwide events?

  1. (a) 17 April 2026
  2. (b) 14 April 2026
  3. (c) 7 April 2026
  4. (d) 1 May 2026
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 14 April 2026

Answer: Option 2 — 14 April 2026
Ambedkar Jayantiis observed on14 Aprilevery year → Option 2.
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 20 June 2026 Shift 2 · International days

Q10. The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women marks the beginning of which global campaign?

  1. (a) 10 Days of Equality
  2. (b) 30 Days of Human Rights Protection
  3. (c) 7 Days for Women
  4. (d) 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence

International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
Date:25 November(observed annually)
This day marks the beginning of the16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violencecampaign.
Campaign Period: 25 November to 10 December (Human Rights Day)
Organized by: UN Women and international organizations
Answer: Option 4 → 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 20 June 2026 Shift 3 · National days

Q11. The 26ᵗʰ of January is celebrated every year in India as which of the following?

  1. (a) National Girl Child Day
  2. (b) Republic Day
  3. (c) Constitution Day
  4. (d) National Consumer Day
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Republic Day

26th January → Republic Day
India's Constitution came into effect on 26 January 1950.
This day marks India becoming a sovereign democratic republic.
Other Days:
National Girl Child Day → 24 January
Constitution Day → 26 November
National Consumer Day → 24 December
Answer: Option 2 → Republic Day
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 18 June 2026 Shift 2 · International days

Q12. World Toilet Day was observed on which date in 2025?

  1. (a) 19 November
  2. (b) 19 October
  3. (c) 9 October
  4. (d) 9 November
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 19 November

World Toilet Day
Observed annually on19 November.
Established by UN in 2013 to raise awareness about sanitation crisis.
Theme 2025: Focuses on accelerating change in sanitation.
Answer: Option 1 → 19 November
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 June 2026 Shift 2 · National days

Q13. Which day is celebrated as National Youth Day (Birthday of Swami Vivekananda) in India every year?

  1. (a) February 16ᵗʰ
  2. (b) March 20ᵗʰ
  3. (c) January 12ᵗʰ
  4. (d) April 30ᵗʰ
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) January 12ᵗʰ

National Youth Day in India
Celebrated on:January 12thevery year
Commemorates: Birthday ofSwami Vivekananda
First observed: 1985 (declared by Government of India)
Significance: Honors Swami Vivekananda's philosophy and ideals for youth empowerment
Answer: Option 3 → January 12ᵗʰ
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 15 June 2026 Shift 3 · National days

Q14. National Unity Day, observed in India on 31 October 2025, commemorates the birth anniversary of which national leader?

  1. (a) Mahatma Gandhi
  2. (b) Jawaharlal Nehru
  3. (c) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
  4. (d) Lal Bahadur Shastri
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

National Unity Day (Rashtriya Ekta Diwas)
Observed on:31 Octoberevery year
Commemorates: Birth anniversary ofSardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Known as:Iron Man of India
Contribution: United 562 princely states into Indian Union
Answer: Option 3 → Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 8 May 2026 Shift 2 · International days

Q15. Which international health day was celebrated on November 14, 2025?

  1. (a) World Hypertension Day
  2. (b) World Malaria Day
  3. (c) World Health Day
  4. (d) World Diabetes Day
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) World Diabetes Day

World Diabetes Day
Celebrated annually onNovember 14.
Marks the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, co-discoverer of insulin.
Theme focuses on diabetes awareness and prevention globally.
Answer: Option 4 → World Diabetes Day
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 7 May 2026 Shift 1 · National days

Q16. Where does the Indian Prime Minister hoist the national flag on the occasion of Independence Day?

  1. (a) Jantar Mantar
  2. (b) Red Fort
  3. (c) India Gate
  4. (d) Qutb Minar
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Red Fort

Topic:Independence Day Celebration
The Prime Minister hoists the national flag at theRed Fortin Delhi on15th Augustevery year.
Note: OnRepublic Day (26th January), the flag is hoisted atRajpath (Kartavya Path).
Answer: Option 2 → Red Fort
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 27 March 2026 Shift 1 · International days

Q17. Which date marked World Mental Health Day in 2025, emphasizing access to mental health services during emergencies?

  1. (a) October 24, 2025
  2. (b) October 10, 2025
  3. (c) August 12, 2025
  4. (d) July 28, 2025
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) October 10, 2025

Topic: World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Dayis observed annually onOctober 10.
Organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and World Federation for Mental Health.
2025 theme focused on mental health access during emergencies and crises.
Answer: Option 2 → October 10, 2025
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 24 March 2026 Shift 2 · International days

Q18. On which of the following days was World Wetlands Day observed in 2026, focusing on the theme “Wetlands and traditional knowledge: Celebrating cultural heritage”?

  1. (a) February 3
  2. (b) February 2
  3. (c) February 4
  4. (d) February 1
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) February 2

World Wetlands Day
Observed annually onFebruary 2since 1997.
Commemorates the signing of the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands (February 2, 1971) in Ramsar, Iran.
2026 Theme: "Wetlands and traditional knowledge: Celebrating cultural heritage"
Answer: Option 2 → February 2
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 18 March 2026 Shift 3 · International days

Q19. In 2025, with the theme “My Great Story: Cultures and Development”, International Migrants Day was observed on which of the following dates?

  1. (a) December 21
  2. (b) December 20
  3. (c) December 19
  4. (d) December 18
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) December 18

International Migrants Day
Observed annually onDecember 18
2025 Theme:My Great Story: Cultures and Development
Commemorates adoption of International Convention on Protection of Rights of All Migrant Workers (1990)
Answer: Option 4 → December 18
RRB Technician Grade III 2025-26 – 9 March 2026 Shift 1 · National days

Q20. On which date was Engineers’ Day observed in India in 2025?

  1. (a) 16 September
  2. (b) 14 September
  3. (c) 15 September
  4. (d) 13 September
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 15 September

Engineers' Day in India is observed every year on 15 September.
This date commemorates the birth anniversary of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya, a notable Indian engineer.
Therefore, in 2025, Engineers' Day will be observed on 15 September.
Hence, the correct answer is Option 3.
RRB Technician Grade III 2025-26 – 6 March 2026 Shift 3 · National days

Q21. India celebrated Engineers Day on 15 Sep 2025 with the theme “Deep Tech & Engineering Excellence” in memory of whom?

  1. (a) Sir M. Visvesvaraya
  2. (b) Jagadish Chandra Bose
  3. (c) A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
  4. (d) Srinivasa Ramanujan
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Sir M. Visvesvaraya

Engineers Day in India is celebrated on 15th September every year.
The day honours the birth anniversary of Sir M. Visvesvaraya.
He was a notable engineer and statesman known for his contributions to engineering and development in India.
The theme for 2025 was “Deep Tech & Engineering Excellence” to highlight modern engineering advances.
Hence, Engineers Day 2025 was celebrated in memory of Sir M. Visvesvaraya.
Final answer: Option 1
RRB JE CBT-1 2025-26 – 25 February 2026 · National days

Q22. 'Utkal Diwas', which was celebrated on 1st April 2025, marks the anniversary of the statehood of __________.

  1. (a) Telangana
  2. (b) Uttarakhand
  3. (c) Odisha
  4. (d) Chhattisgarh
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Odisha

Utkal Diwas is celebrated to mark the formation of the state of Odisha.
Odisha became a separate state on 1st April 1936.
Hence, the celebration on 1st April every year commemorates Odisha's statehood.
Correct option is Odisha, which is Option 3.
Final answer: Option 3
RRB JE CBT-1 2025-26 – 20 February 2026 · National days

Q23. Which of the following days was observed on 21st May 2025?

  1. (a) Indian Navy Day
  2. (b) National Human Rights Day
  3. (c) National Anti-terrorism day
  4. (d) National Voters Day
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) National Anti-terrorism day

National Voters Day is observed on 25th January every year.
Indian Navy Day is observed on 4th December.
National Human Rights Day is observed on 10th December.
National Anti-terrorism Day is observed on 21st May each year, commemorating the death anniversary of Indira Gandhi.
Since the question asks for the day observed on 21st May 2025, it is National Anti-terrorism Day.
Hence, the correct answer is Option 3.
SSC MTS 2025 – 11 February 2026 Shift 3 · National days

Q24. The National Space Day of India is celebrated every year on August 23 to commemorate the _____.

  1. (a) successful soft-landing of the Vikram lander on the south pole of the moon
  2. (b) establishment of the Indian Space Research Organisation
  3. (c) successful launch of first satellite of India
  4. (d) successful launch of India's first interplanetary mission
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) successful soft-landing of the Vikram lander on the south pole of the moon

The correct answer is successful soft-landing of the Vikram lander on the south pole of the moon (Option 1). August 23, 2023 was the historic day when India's Chandrayaan-3 mission's Vikram lander successfully soft-landed near the south pole of the Moon, making India the first country to achieve this feat. The Government of India declared August 23 as National Space Day. Option 2 (ISRO establishment) was in 1969. Option 3 (Aryabhata) was launched in 1975. Option 4 (Mangalyaan) was launched in 2013.
Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) 2025-26 – 8 January 2026 Shift 3 · National days

Q25. National Sports Day in India commemorates which sports legend?

  1. (a) Milkha Singh
  2. (b) Sachin Tendulkar
  3. (c) Major Dhyan Chand
  4. (d) Kapil Dev
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Major Dhyan Chand

Correct Answer: Option 3 – Major Dhyan Chand
National Sports Day in India is celebrated on 29 August every year — the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand (1905–1979), the legendary Indian hockey player. Major Dhyan Chand is considered the greatest hockey player of all time. He led India to three consecutive Olympic gold medals in hockey (1928, 1932, 1936). On National Sports Day, the President of India presents the Khel Ratna, Arjuna, Dronacharya, and Dhyan Chand Awards for sporting excellence.
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 (Milkha Singh): Milkha Singh was a legendary sprinter but National Sports Day is not on his birth anniversary.
Option 2 (Sachin Tendulkar): He is a cricket legend but National Sports Day is not associated with him.
Option 4 (Kapil Dev): He led India to the 1983 Cricket World Cup victory but National Sports Day commemorates Dhyan Chand.
Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 1 · National days

Q26. From which year did India begin celebrating Constitution Day on 26 November to honor Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's 125th birth anniversary?

  1. (a) 2010
  2. (b) 2015
  3. (c) 2009
  4. (d) 2000
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 2015

The correct answer is (b) 2015.
India began officially celebrating Constitution Day (Samvidhan Divas) on 26 November from 2015. This was done to mark the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the principal architect of the Constitution. The date 26 November is significant because the Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution on 26 November 1949.
(a) 2010: No specific government notification was issued in 2010 to celebrate Constitution Day.
(c) 2009: Not the year Constitution Day celebrations were officially initiated.
(d) 2000: Much before the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. Ambedkar; the official celebration started in 2015.
SSC CPO Paper-1 2025 – 12 December 2025 Shift 1 · National days

Q27. The National Sports Day in India is celebrated on which date?

  1. (a) July 29
  2. (b) August 29
  3. (c) September 29
  4. (d) October 29
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) August 29

Correct Answer: August 29 (Option 2)
National Sports Day in India is celebrated on August 29 every year. This date marks the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand (1905–1979), the legendary Indian hockey player known as the 'Wizard of Hockey'. He is considered one of the greatest hockey players of all time and led India to three Olympic gold medals (1928, 1932, 1936).
The Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award (now Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award), Arjuna Award, and Dronacharya Award are presented on this day.
July 29, September 29, and October 29 are not associated with National Sports Day.
SSC Stenographer 2025 – 6 December 2025 Shift 3 · National days

Q28. Who among the following is related to the Parakram Diwas? ?

  1. (a) Bhagat Singh
  2. (b) Azad
  3. (c) Subhash Bose
  4. (d) Mahatma Gandhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Subhash Bose

Parakram Diwas is celebrated on 23rd January , the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose . The day was declared by the Government of India in 2021 to honour his immense contribution to India’s freedom struggle and to inspire future generations with his courage and patriotism. Bose was the founder of the Indian National Army (INA), also known as Azad Hind Fauj, which played a significant role in India’s independence movement.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 28 November 2025 Shift 1 · National days

Q29. On October 31, India celebrates which day to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel?

  1. (a) National Science Day
  2. (b) National Martyrs' Day
  3. (c) National Unity Day
  4. (d) National Constitution Day
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) National Unity Day

October 31 is celebrated as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India and the first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister. He played a crucial role in integrating 562 princely states into the Indian Union.
National Science Day: 28 February; National Martyrs' Day: 30 January (Mahatma Gandhi's death anniversary); National Constitution Day: 26 November. Hence, National Unity Day is correct.
SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 14 November 2025 Shift 1 · National days

Q30. In India, 'National Science Day' is celebrated on February 28 to mark the achievement of which scientist?

  1. (a) C.V. Raman
  2. (b) Homi J. Bhabha
  3. (c) Vikram Sarabhai
  4. (d) A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) C.V. Raman

National Science Day is celebrated on February 28 every year to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect by Sir C.V. Raman on this date in 1928. This discovery led to him receiving the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930. Homi J. Bhabha was the father of India's nuclear programme ; Vikram Sarabhai founded ISRO; A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was the Missile Man of India — none are linked to February 28.
RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 8 September 2025 Shift 2 · International days

Q31. On which date was World Health Day celebrated in 2025, marking the launch of the campaign titled "Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures"?

  1. (a) 7 April 2025
  2. (b) 5 April 2025
  3. (c) 10 April 2025
  4. (d) 12 April 2025
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 7 April 2025

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 8 September 2025 Shift 3 · International days

Q32. In 2025, on which date was the International Day for Biological Diversity observed globally?

  1. (a) 15 May
  2. (b) 5 May
  3. (c) 22 May
  4. (d) 5 June
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 22 May

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 14 August 2025 Shift 2 · National days

Q33. Which edition of National Voters’ Day was celebrated on 25 January 2025 to commemorate the foundation day of the Election Commission of India?

  1. (a) 20ᵗʰ
  2. (b) 10ᵗʰ
  3. (c) 5ᵗʰ
  4. (d) 15ᵗʰ
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 15ᵗʰ

SSC Selection Post 2025 (Phase XIII) – 1 August 2025 Shift 3 · National days

Q34. National Women's Day in India is being celebrated on 13th February in honor of which prominent woman's legacy?

  1. (a) Annie Besant
  2. (b) Aruna Asaf Ali
  3. (c) Sarojini Naidu
  4. (d) Savitribai Phule
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Sarojini Naidu

Correct Answer: Option 3 – Sarojini Naidu
India celebrates National Women's Day on February 13 to mark the birth anniversary of Sarojini Naidu (born February 13, 1879), the 'Nightingale of India.' She was a poet, freedom fighter, and the first woman to become the Governor of an Indian state (United Provinces, 1947).
Option 1 (Annie Besant): An Irish-British social reformer who worked in India; born October 1, 1847.
Option 2 (Aruna Asaf Ali): Indian independence activist known as the 'Grand Old Lady of the Independence Movement'; born July 16, 1909.
Option 4 (Savitribai Phule): Pioneer social reformer and educator; born January 3, 1831. Her birthday (Jan 3) is observed as Balika Din in Maharashtra.
SSC Selection Post 2025 (Phase XIII) – 30 July 2025 Shift 2 · National days

Q35. The Pravasi Bharatiya Divas marks which Indian leader's return from South Africa?

  1. (a) Lala Lajpat Rai
  2. (b) Sarojini Naidu
  3. (c) Bal Gangadhar Tilak
  4. (d) Mahatma Gandhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Mahatma Gandhi

Correct Answer: Option 4 – Mahatma Gandhi
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) is celebrated on January 9 every year to mark the return of Mahatma Gandhi from South Africa to India on January 9, 1915. Gandhi returned after 21 years in South Africa where he developed his satyagraha (non-violent resistance) philosophy while fighting against racial discrimination. PBD was instituted in 2003 to engage the Indian diaspora with their homeland and was observed annually (now biennially) with a convention bringing together the global Indian diaspora.
Option 1 (Lala Lajpat Rai): A prominent nationalist leader (Punjab Kesari); not associated with South Africa or PBD.
Option 2 (Sarojini Naidu): The Nightingale of India — poet and freedom fighter; not associated with South Africa.
Option 3 (Bal Gangadhar Tilak): The Father of Indian Unrest; known for 'Swaraj is my birthright'; not associated with South Africa.
RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 24 June 2025 Shift 1 · National days

Q36. In 2024, India celebrated its first National Space Day. What event did this day commemorate?

  1. (a) The launch of India's first satellite, Aryabhata
  2. (b) The establishment of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
  3. (c) The successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon
  4. (d) The launch of India's first manned space mission
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) The successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 18 June 2025 Shift 3 · National days

Q37. In March 2025, Ordnance Factories Day was observed to commemorate the founding of India’s first ordnance factory in _______.

  1. (a) Cossipore
  2. (b) Jabalpur
  3. (c) Hyderabad
  4. (d) Pune
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Cossipore

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 17 June 2025 Shift 1 · National days

Q38. In January 2025, the Indian Army Day was celebrated to mark which significant event?

  1. (a) Establishment of Army Headquarters
  2. (b) First Republic Day Parade
  3. (c) First Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Army
  4. (d) Launch of Operation Vijay
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) First Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Army

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 16 June 2025 Shift 1 · International days

Q39. The Ministry of MSMEs in India celebrates the MSME Day on ______.

  1. (a) 30 January
  2. (b) 7 June
  3. (c) 27 June
  4. (d) 14 April
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 27 June

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 13 June 2025 Shift 2 · National days

Q40. In January 2025, National Youth Day was celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of which Indian leader?

  1. (a) Subhas Chandra Bose
  2. (b) Raja Rammohan Roy
  3. (c) Swami Vivekananda
  4. (d) Rabindranath Tagore
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Swami Vivekananda

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 13 June 2025 Shift 2 · National days

Q41. On 24 January 2025, which day was celebrated to promote girls’ rights and welfare in India?

  1. (a) National Girl Equality Day
  2. (b) National Girl Child Day
  3. (c) National Girl Empowerment Day
  4. (d) National Girl Safety Day
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) National Girl Child Day

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 13 June 2025 Shift 1 · International days

Q42. Which global observance did UNESCO mark on 24 January 2025?

  1. (a) World Heritage Day
  2. (b) World Science Day
  3. (c) International Day of Education
  4. (d) International Day of Peace
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) International Day of Education

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 11 June 2025 Shift 1 · National days

Q43. In February 2025, which day was celebrated to honour the Nightingale of India, Sarojini Naidu?

  1. (a) National Women’s Day
  2. (b) National Women Writers Day
  3. (c) National Women Leaders Day
  4. (d) National Women’s Freedom Day
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) National Women’s Day

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 10 June 2025 Shift 1 · National days

Q44. In March 2025, which day was celebrated to promote the use of generic medicines?

  1. (a) Bharat Medicine Day
  2. (b) Jan Aushadhi Diwas
  3. (c) Health Security Day
  4. (d) Generic Drug Day
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Jan Aushadhi Diwas

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 10 June 2025 Shift 3 · Weeks, years and decades

Q45. In March 2025, which national day or week emphasised industrial workplace safety?

  1. (a) Bharat Suraksha Week
  2. (b) Safety and Labour Day
  3. (c) National Safety Week
  4. (d) Industrial Safety Day
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) National Safety Week

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 9 June 2025 Shift 1 · National days

Q46. In November 2024, the birth anniversary of the tribal leader Birsa Munda was celebrated as:

  1. (a) Adivasi Swabhiman Diwas
  2. (b) Tribal Freedom Day
  3. (c) Vanvasi Diwas
  4. (d) Janjatiya Gaurav Divas
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Janjatiya Gaurav Divas

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 9 June 2025 Shift 3 · National days

Q47. In December 2024, which day honoured Dr BR Ambedkar’s contribution to social justice?

  1. (a) National Equality Day
  2. (b) Constitution Awareness Day
  3. (c) Ambedkar Smriti Diwas
  4. (d) Mahaparinirvan Diwas
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Mahaparinirvan Diwas

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 9 June 2025 Shift 1 · National days

Q48. In March 2025, which health milestone was remembered on National Vaccination Day?

  1. (a) Launch of COVID Vaccine
  2. (b) Polio Eradication Drive
  3. (c) National Vax Mission
  4. (d) Pulse Polio First Dose
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Pulse Polio First Dose

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 5 June 2025 Shift 1 · National days

Q49. In November 2024, which day was celebrated tohonourIndia’s contribution to the dairy revolution?

  1. (a) National Dairy Day
  2. (b) White Revolution Day
  3. (c) Milk Production Day
  4. (d) National Milk Day
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) National Milk Day

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