April – June — Set 7

Correct Answer: B. April 24

• **April 24** = National Panchayati Raj Day in India marks the day the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, giving constitutional status to rural local bodies, came into effect. • **1993** — The year the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, which gave constitutional status to rural local bodies, came into effect. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: April 20: This date is not observed as National Panchayati Raj Day; May 24: This date is incorrect for National Panchayati Raj Day; June 24: This date is not related to National Panchayati Raj Day.

Correct Answer: B. April 18

• **April 18** = World Heritage Day, also known as the International Day for Monuments and Sites, aims to promote awareness about the diversity of cultural heritage. • **1983** — The year UNESCO adopted April 18 as the International Day for Monuments and Sites to promote global cultural heritage awareness. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: April 14: This date is not observed as World Heritage Day; May 18: This date is incorrect for World Heritage Day; June 18: This date is not related to World Heritage Day.

Correct Answer: B. May 11

• **May 11** = National Technology Day in India commemorates the anniversary of the Pokhran nuclear tests and celebrates the achievements of Indian scientists and engineers. • **1998** — The year India successfully conducted the Pokhran nuclear tests, marking a significant milestone in the nation's technological prowess. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: May 1: This date is not observed as National Technology Day; June 11: This date is incorrect for National Technology Day; May 21: This date is not related to National Technology Day.

Correct Answer: A. June 8

• **June 8** = World Oceans Day highlights the importance of the ocean in our lives and the critical need to protect its ecosystems and marine life. • **2008** — The year the United Nations officially recognized World Oceans Day, emphasizing global efforts for ocean conservation. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: June 4: This date is not observed as World Oceans Day; June 12: This date is incorrect for World Oceans Day; June 16: This date is not related to World Oceans Day.

Correct Answer: B. May 22

• **May 22** = International Day for Biological Diversity aims to increase global understanding and awareness of critical biodiversity issues and their sustainable management. • **1993** — The year the UN General Assembly established this day to promote awareness and understanding of biodiversity issues. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: May 12: This date is not observed as International Day for Biological Diversity; June 22: This date is incorrect for International Day for Biological Diversity; May 31: This date is not related to International Day for Biological Diversity.

Correct Answer: B. May 8

• **May 8** = World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day commemorates the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, the founder of the International Committee of the Red Cross, celebrating humanitarian principles. • **1828** — The birth year of Henry Dunant, the founder of the International Committee of the Red Cross, whose anniversary is celebrated on this day. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: May 4: This date is not observed as World Red Cross Day; May 12: This date is incorrect for World Red Cross Day; May 16: This date is not related to World Red Cross Day.

Correct Answer: A. June 1

• **June 1** = World Milk Day, established by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), recognizes the global importance of milk as a food. • **2001** — The year World Milk Day was first observed, following its establishment by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to highlight milk's global importance. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: June 5: This date is not observed as World Milk Day; June 10: This date is incorrect for World Milk Day; June 20: This date is not related to World Milk Day.

Correct Answer: B. June 29

• **June 29** = National Statistics Day in India marks the birth anniversary of Prof. P.C. Mahalanobis, who is considered the architect of India's statistical system. • **1893** — The birth year of Prof. P.C. Mahalanobis, whose profound contributions to statistics in India are honored on this day. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: June 25: This date is not observed as National Statistics Day; July 1: This date is incorrect for National Statistics Day; June 21: This date is not related to National Statistics Day.

Correct Answer: B. June 20

• **June 20** = World Refugee Day is an international day designated by the UN to honor refugees globally and celebrate the strength and courage of those forced to flee their homes. • **2000** — The year the UN General Assembly adopted a special resolution to designate June 20 as World Refugee Day. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: June 10: This date is not observed as World Refugee Day; June 30: This date is incorrect for World Refugee Day; June 15: This date is not related to World Refugee Day.

Correct Answer: B. May 21

• **May 21** = Anti-Terrorism Day in India marks the death anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and aims to promote peace, harmony, and prevent terrorism. • **1991** — The year former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated, leading to the observance of Anti-Terrorism Day. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: May 11: This date is not observed as Anti-Terrorism Day; May 31: This date is incorrect for Anti-Terrorism Day; June 21: This date is not related to Anti-Terrorism Day.