Important National and International Days List (SSC Practice Set)
Rahul Kumar
SSC Exam Expert & Content Editor
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A practice set covering 30 important national and international days with their dates and significance, including practice questions and FAQs for SSC GK revision.
Important national and international days are a high-frequency static GK topic in SSC exams. This practice set covers 30 important days with their dates and significance, followed by practice questions and FAQs.
Important National and International Days: Quick Reference Table
| # | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | January 15 | Army Day (India) |
| 2 | January 24 | National Girl Child Day (India) |
| 3 | January 26 | Republic Day (India) |
| 4 | January 30 | Martyrs' Day (India) |
| 5 | February 28 | National Science Day (India) |
| 6 | March 8 | International Women's Day |
| 7 | March 21 | World Forestry Day |
| 8 | March 22 | World Water Day |
| 9 | April 7 | World Health Day |
| 10 | April 22 | Earth Day |
| 11 | May 1 | International Labour Day |
| 12 | May 11 | National Technology Day (India) |
| 13 | May 31 | World No Tobacco Day |
| 14 | June 5 | World Environment Day |
| 15 | June 21 | International Yoga Day |
| 16 | July 1 | National Doctors' Day (India) |
| 17 | July 11 | World Population Day |
| 18 | August 9 | Quit India Movement Day |
| 19 | August 12 | International Youth Day |
| 20 | August 15 | Independence Day (India) |
| 21 | August 29 | National Sports Day (India) |
| 22 | September 5 | Teachers' Day (India) |
| 23 | September 8 | International Literacy Day |
| 24 | September 14 | Hindi Diwas (India) |
| 25 | September 21 | International Day of Peace |
| 26 | October 2 | Gandhi Jayanti (India) |
| 27 | October 8 | Indian Air Force Day |
| 28 | October 24 | United Nations Day |
| 29 | November 14 | Children's Day (India) |
| 30 | December 10 | Human Rights Day |
Practice Questions on National and International Days
- Q1. When is National Science Day celebrated in India?
Answer: February 28, marking C.V. Raman's discovery of the Raman Effect - Q2. When is International Yoga Day observed?
Answer: June 21 - Q3. When is National Technology Day celebrated in India?
Answer: May 11 - Q4. When is World Environment Day observed?
Answer: June 5 - Q5. When is Children's Day celebrated in India and why?
Answer: November 14, marking Jawaharlal Nehru's birth anniversary - Q6. When is National Sports Day celebrated in India and why?
Answer: August 29, marking Major Dhyan Chand's birth anniversary - Q7. When is Teachers' Day celebrated in India and why?
Answer: September 5, marking Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan's birth anniversary - Q8. When is Human Rights Day observed internationally?
Answer: December 10 - Q9. When is Gandhi Jayanti observed and what else is it known as internationally?
Answer: October 2; also observed as International Day of Non-Violence - Q10. When is National Girl Child Day observed in India?
Answer: January 24
Tips to Remember Important Days for SSC
- Group days by month for structured revision, and link each day to the reason behind it (a birth anniversary, a historic event, or a UN observance).
- Pay special attention to days linked to famous personalities' birth or death anniversaries, as SSC frequently tests the "why" behind a date.
- Revise alongside our current affairs section for any newly added observance days.
- Practice more with our previous year questions and study material.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When is National Science Day celebrated in India?
National Science Day is celebrated on February 28 to mark Dr. C.V. Raman's discovery of the Raman Effect.
2. When is International Yoga Day observed?
International Yoga Day is observed on June 21 every year.
3. When is National Technology Day celebrated in India?
National Technology Day is celebrated on May 11, commemorating India's Pokhran nuclear tests.
4. When is World Environment Day observed?
World Environment Day is observed on June 5 every year.
5. Why is Children's Day celebrated on November 14 in India?
Children's Day is celebrated on November 14 to mark the birth anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first Prime Minister.
6. Why is National Sports Day celebrated on August 29?
National Sports Day marks the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand.
7. Why is Teachers' Day celebrated on September 5 in India?
Teachers' Day marks the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, India's second President and a renowned educator.
8. When is Human Rights Day observed internationally?
Human Rights Day is observed on December 10 every year.
9. What is Gandhi Jayanti also known as internationally?
Gandhi Jayanti, observed on October 2, is also recognised internationally as the International Day of Non-Violence.
10. When is National Girl Child Day observed in India?
National Girl Child Day is observed on January 24 every year.
11. When is Martyrs' Day observed in India?
Martyrs' Day is observed on January 30, marking the anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi's assassination.
12. When is World Population Day observed?
World Population Day is observed on July 11 every year.
13. How should I memorise important days for SSC exams?
Group days by month and link each one to its underlying reason, such as a birth anniversary or a UN-designated theme.
14. When is Hindi Diwas celebrated?
Hindi Diwas is celebrated on September 14 every year to mark the adoption of Hindi as an official language.
15. Where can I find more static GK practice sets like this?
Visit our Practice Papers section for more GK-based SSC practice sets.
Rahul Kumar
SSC Exam Expert & Content Editor
Rahul is a senior SSC exam strategist with 8+ years of experience helping aspirants crack CGL, CHSL and MTS exams. He writes in-depth notification breakdowns, exam pattern guides and preparation strategies.
