April – June — Set 1
Days & Years · अप्रैल – जून · Questions 1–10 of 70
On which day is World Health Day observed globally every year?
Correct Answer: A. April 7
• **April 7** = World Health Day is observed globally on this date to draw attention to global health priorities. • **1948** — This year marks the founding of the WHO, whose anniversary World Health Day commemorates. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [April 11]: Not observed as World Health Day; [May 7]: Not observed as World Health Day; [June 7]: Not observed as World Health Day.
World Earth Day, which promotes environmental protection, is celebrated on?
Correct Answer: C. April 22
• **April 22** = World Earth Day is observed annually to demonstrate support for environmental protection. • **1970** — This year marked the first celebration of World Earth Day. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [April 20]: Not observed as World Earth Day; [May 22]: Not observed as World Earth Day; [June 22]: Not observed as World Earth Day.
National Civil Services Day is observed in India on which date?
Correct Answer: A. April 21
• **April 21** = National Civil Services Day is observed in India to acknowledge the work of officers in public service departments. • **1947** — This year Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel addressed the first batch of probationers, famously calling them the 'Steel Frame of India'. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [April 24]: Not observed as National Civil Services Day; [May 21]: Not observed as National Civil Services Day; [June 21]: Not observed as National Civil Services Day.
World Malaria Day is observed every year on which of the following dates?
Correct Answer: A. April 25
• **April 25** = World Malaria Day is observed to emphasize the need for continued investment and political commitment for malaria prevention. • **2007** — The World Health Assembly established World Malaria Day at its 60th session in this year. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [May 25]: Not observed as World Malaria Day; [June 25]: Not observed as World Malaria Day; [April 15]: Not observed as World Malaria Day.
Which day is recognized as International Workers' Day or May Day?
Correct Answer: A. May 1
• **May 1** = International Workers' Day, also known as May Day, commemorates the historic struggles and gains made by workers. • **Many countries** — This day is observed as a public holiday in many countries across the globe. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [May 3]: Observed as World Press Freedom Day; [June 1]: Observed as World Milk Day; [May 10]: Not observed as International Workers' Day.
World Press Freedom Day, established by the UN General Assembly, falls on?
Correct Answer: D. May 3
• **May 3** = World Press Freedom Day is observed to raise awareness about the importance of freedom of the press. • **UN General Assembly** — This day was established by the UN General Assembly to remind governments of their duty. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [May 1]: Observed as International Workers' Day; [May 7]: Not observed as World Press Freedom Day; [May 5]: Not observed as World Press Freedom Day.
Which date is celebrated as World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day?
Correct Answer: A. May 8
• **May 8** = World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day commemorates the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, founder of the ICRC. • **Henry Dunant** — He was the first recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize and the founder of the ICRC. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [May 12]: Observed as International Nurses Day; [May 18]: Not observed as World Red Cross Day; [June 8]: Observed as World Ocean Day.
International Nurses Day is observed annually on May 12 to mark the birth of?
Correct Answer: C. Florence Nightingale
• **Florence Nightingale** = International Nurses Day is observed on May 12 to mark the birth anniversary of this founder of modern nursing. • **May 12** — This date is Florence Nightingale's birth anniversary, making it significant for the day. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Mother Teresa]: Known for her humanitarian work but not associated with Nurses Day; [Sarojini Naidu]: A prominent Indian political activist and poet, not associated with Nurses Day; [Clara Barton]: Founder of the American Red Cross, not primarily associated with Nurses Day.
National Technology Day is celebrated in India on May 11 to commemorate?
Correct Answer: D. Pokhran Nuclear Tests
• **Pokhran Nuclear Tests** = India observes National Technology Day on May 11 to commemorate the successful nuclear tests conducted in Pokhran. • **1998** — This year the successful nuclear tests in Pokhran were conducted, marking a significant technological achievement for India. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [First Satellite Launch]: India's first satellite 'Aryabhata' was launched in 1975; [Green Revolution start]: Associated with agricultural reforms starting in the mid-1960s; [First Computer Installation]: India's first computer was installed in 1955 at ISI Kolkata.
On which day is World Environment Day celebrated globally?
Correct Answer: C. June 5
• **June 5** = World Environment Day is the United Nations' principal vehicle for encouraging worldwide awareness and action for the environment. • **1974** — This year the first World Environment Day was held with the theme 'Only One Earth'. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [June 1]: Observed as World Milk Day; [June 11]: Not observed as World Environment Day; [June 21]: Observed as International Day of Yoga.