Important Days & Festivals - MOST PROBABLE MCQs

 

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Important Days & Festivals

MOST PROBABLE MCQs (90% Chances)


Q1. With reference to International Yoga Day, consider the following statements:

  1. It is celebrated on the summer solstice.

  2. It aims at promoting holistic physical and mental well-being.

  3. It was first proposed by India at the United Nations.

Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: D


Q2. World Environment Day is observed to:

  1. Promote awareness about environmental protection.

  2. Encourage global action for sustainable development.

  3. Commemorate the adoption of the Paris Agreement.

Select the correct answer using the code below:
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: B


Q3. Consider the following statements regarding World Health Day:

  1. It marks the establishment of the World Health Organization.

  2. It focuses exclusively on communicable diseases.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer: A


Q4. International Women’s Day is primarily associated with:

  1. Gender equality

  2. Women’s rights

  3. Women’s participation in development

Select the correct answer using the code below:
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 2 and 3 only

Correct Answer: C


Q5. With reference to World Water Day, consider the following statements:

  1. It highlights issues related to freshwater scarcity.

  2. It emphasises sustainable management of water resources.

  3. It is observed only in water-stressed countries.

Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: A


Q6. Republic Day of India is significant because:

  1. The Constitution of India came into force on this day.

  2. India became a sovereign democratic republic.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer: C


Q7. Constitution Day of India is observed to commemorate:

A. Adoption of the Indian Constitution
B. Enforcement of the Indian Constitution
C. First general elections in India
D. Formation of the Constituent Assembly

Correct Answer: A


Q8. Gandhi Jayanti is internationally recognised as:

A. World Peace Day
B. International Day of Non-Violence
C. World Human Rights Day
D. International Yoga Day

Correct Answer: B


Q9. World Earth Day is observed mainly to:

  1. Promote environmental protection

  2. Encourage sustainable living practices

  3. Highlight climate justice

Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: A


Q10. In UPSC GS-1, questions on Important Days are generally asked because they are linked with:

A. Current political developments
B. Cultural and social awareness
C. International trade agreements
D. Defence and security issues

Correct Answer: B

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