October – December — Set 5
Days & Years · अक्टूबर – दिसंबर · Questions 41–50 of 70
When is the International Day for Tolerance observed by the UN?
Correct Answer: B. November 16
• **International Day for Tolerance** = This day is observed to strengthen tolerance by fostering mutual understanding among cultures and peoples. • **1995** — This day was established following the United Nations Year for Tolerance in this year. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: November 1: World Vegan Day is observed on this date; November 26: Constitution Day of India is observed on this date; December 10: Human Rights Day is observed on this date.
On which day is the International Day for Biological Diversity observed (shifted from December in 2001)?
Correct Answer: A. May 22
• **International Day for Biological Diversity** = This day is observed to celebrate biodiversity. • **May 22** — The UN moved the observance date to May 22 from December 29 in 2001 to ensure better international participation. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: October 22: International Stuttering Awareness Day is observed on this date; December 22: National Mathematics Day (India) is observed on this date; December 29: This was the original observance date for this day, later shifted.
World Radiography Day is celebrated annually on which date?
Correct Answer: A. November 8
• **World Radiography Day** = This day is celebrated to mark the anniversary of the discovery of X-rays by Wilhelm Roentgen. • **1895** — Wilhelm Roentgen discovered X-rays in this year, an event commemorated by this day. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: November 10: World Science Day for Peace and Development is observed on this date; November 12: Public Service Broadcasting Day (India) is observed on this date; November 14: Children's Day (India) and World Diabetes Day are observed on this date.
On which day is National Pollution Control Day observed in India?
Correct Answer: A. December 2
• **National Pollution Control Day** = This day is observed to commemorate those who lost their lives in the Bhopal Gas Tragedy. • **December 2** — This date marks the tragic Bhopal Gas Tragedy of 1984 and aims to create awareness about industrial safety. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: December 5: World Soil Day is observed on this date; December 10: Human Rights Day is observed on this date; December 15: International Tea Day is observed on this date.
When is the International Day for the Prevention of Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict?
Correct Answer: B. November 6
• **International Day for the Prevention of Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict** = This international day is observed to prevent environmental damage during armed conflicts. • **November 6** — The UN established this specific date to highlight that the environment should not be a casualty of war. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: November 1: World Vegan Day is observed on this date; November 11: Veterans Day (US) is observed on this date; November 21: World Television Day is observed on this date.
World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims is typically observed on which Sunday of November?
Correct Answer: C. Third Sunday
• **Third Sunday** = World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims is observed to remember millions killed or injured in road crashes. • **November** — This day also acknowledges the work of emergency services and medical professionals. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: First Sunday: This is not the designated Sunday for the observance; Second Sunday: This is an incorrect date for the event; Fourth Sunday: This Sunday is not when the day of remembrance is observed.
On which day is International Volunteers Day observed?
Correct Answer: B. December 5
• **December 5** = International Volunteers Day is observed to recognize the tireless efforts of volunteers worldwide. • **1985** — The UN General Assembly established this day to promote volunteerism as a way to contribute to sustainable development. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: December 1: This is not the date for International Volunteers Day; December 10: This is Human Rights Day; December 15: This date is not associated with this observance.
World Computer Literacy Day is celebrated annually on?
Correct Answer: A. December 2
• **December 2** = World Computer Literacy Day is celebrated to encourage the acquisition of digital skills. • **2001** — This day was first launched by the Indian IT company NIIT to mark its 20th anniversary. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: December 4: This is not the official date for Computer Literacy Day; December 8: This is an incorrect date for this observance; December 12: This date is not recognized for World Computer Literacy Day.
When is the International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide observed?
Correct Answer: B. December 9
• **December 9** = This day is observed to mark the anniversary of the 1948 Genocide Convention. • **1948** — The Genocide Convention was adopted, and this day aims to honor victims and raise awareness about genocide prevention. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: December 5: This is International Volunteers Day; December 10: This is Human Rights Day; December 15: This date is not associated with this significant UN observance.
International Mountain Day is celebrated every year on which date?
Correct Answer: C. December 11
• **December 11** = International Mountain Day is observed to create awareness about the importance of mountains to life. • **2003** — The UN established this day to support sustainable mountain development and recognize mountains' role in providing freshwater and biodiversity. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: December 1: This is World AIDS Day; December 10: This is Human Rights Day; December 20: This is International Human Solidarity Day.