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| 101. |
Ministry of Rural Development conducted an event 'Antyodaya Diwas' on __________. |
| Answer» Ministry of Rural Development conducted an event named 'Bharat ke Kaushalzaade', to honour beneficiaries of its skill development programmes, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The event was conducted on 24th September 2017, which is observed as 'Antyodaya Diwas'. Beneficiaries of Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) and Rural Self Employment Training Institutes (RSETI) were honoured. | |
| 102. |
24 September 2017 is observed as __________. |
| Answer» World Rivers day is a global celebration of rivers that occurs on the last Saturday of September. Running since 2005, it highlights the many values of rivers and strives to increase public awareness and hopefully encourage the improved stewardship of rivers around the world. | |
| 103. |
On which day, Indian Army celebrates 'Haifa Day'? |
| Answer» Every year on September 23, the Indian Army celebrates 'Haifa Day' to commemorate the war dead during the Battle of Haifa, considered as one of the bravely-contested battles of World War I. During the Battle of Haifa in 1918, the Indian 15th (Imperial Service) Cavalry Brigade, 5th Cavalry Division and part of the Desert Mounted Corps attacked rear guard forces of the Ottoman Empire that resulted in the capture of the towns of Haifa and Acre in Israel. | |
| 104. |
World Maritime Day is observed as ___________. |
| Answer» The World Maritime Day is celebrated across the world on 28 September across the world. The theme for 2017 World Maritime Day is 'Connecting Ships, Ports and People'. The main aim is to do so by focusing on helping International Maritime Organization (IMO) member states to develop and implement maritime strategies to invest in a joined-up, interagency approach. | |
| 105. |
September 29 is observed as the ____________. |
| Answer» World Heart Day is celebrated every year on September 29. Organized by the World Heart Federation, the day is marked to spread awareness about cardiovascular diseases, which is the world's biggest killer and claims more than 17.5 million lives all around the world. World Heart Day on September 29 is the biggest platform for raising awareness about cardiovascular diseases (CVD). This is a platform for the CVD community to unite in the fight against and reduce the global disease burden. | |
| 106. |
International Day of Older Persons was observed as ___________. |
| Answer» The United Nations General Assembly declared 1st October as the International Day of Older Persons. Theme for the International Day of Older Persons 2017 was 'Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society'. | |
| 107. |
30 September is observed as ___________. |
| Answer» The United Nations celebrated the International Translation Day for the first time on 30th September 2017. The day is marked to pay tribute to the work of language professionals, which plays an important role in bringing nations together, facilitating dialogue, understanding and cooperation, contributing to the development and strengthening world peace and security. | |
| 108. |
World Vegetarian Day and International Coffee Day was observed on? |
| Answer» World Vegetarian Day and International Coffee Day was also observed on October 1. International Coffee Day is used to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage across the world. The World Vegetarian Day initiates the month of October as Vegetarian Awareness Month which ends with November 1. | |
| 109. |
What is the theme of 2017 World Space Week (WSW)? |
| Answer» The World Space Week (WSW) is an international celebration of science and technology, and their contribution to the betterment of the human condition, which is held every year from October 4-10. The 2017 theme "Exploring New Worlds In Space" is an outward facing theme that serves to inspire the world. | |
| 110. |
The 2017 World Animal Day (WAD) is observed on __________. |
| Answer» The World Animal Day (WAD) is observed every year on October 4 to raise the status of animals in order to improve welfare standards around the globe. It is done by encouraging individuals, animal welfare organisations, community groups, youth and children's clubs and businesses to organise events in celebration of this day. | |
| 111. |
What is the theme of the 2017 India Water Week (IWW)? |
| Answer» The India Water Week (IWW)-2017 is a strong effort by the Government of India towards conservation, preservation and optimum utilization of available water resources. President Ram Nath Kovind will inaugurate the 5th edition of India Water Week (IWW) on October 10 with theme "Water and Energy for Inclusive Growth" in New Delhi. About 1500 delegates from India and 13 other countries will attend the five day international event. The event will be celebrated with a multi-disciplinary conference and a concurrently running exhibition enriching the theme and showcasing the technologies and solutions available for the areas under deliberation of the meet. | |
| 112. |
The theme of 2017 World Post Day is __________. |
| Answer» The World Post Day is celebrated to mark the anniversary of the establishment of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) in 1874 in the Swiss Capital, Bern.It was declared World Post Day by the UPU Congress held in Tokyo, Japan in 1969. The World Post Day does not have a particular theme. Most of the countries organize philatelic exhibitions on World Post Day. | |
| 113. |
___________ inaugurated by President Ram Nath Govind in New Delhi. |
| Answer» President Shri Ram Nath Kovind will inaugurate India Water Week 2017 on October 10, 2017 in New Delhi in the presence of Union Minister of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation Shri Nitin Gadkari and Union Ministers of State for Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal and Shri Dr. Satya Pal Singh. About 1500 delegates from India and 13 other countries will attend the five-day international event. The theme of India Water Week - 2017 is "Water and Energy for Inclusive Growth". | |
| 114. |
World Mental Health Day is observed on which date? |
| Answer» World Mental Health Day is observed all over the world on October 10th. 'Mental health in the workplace' is the theme of World Mental Health Day 2017. Its objective is to raise awareness of mental health issues and mobilize efforts in support of better mental health. | |
| 115. |
The theme for World Day against the Death Penalty 2017 is ____________. |
| Answer» The World Day against the Death Penalty is observed all over the world on October 10. The theme for World Day against the Death Penalty 2017 is 'the death penalty and poverty'. It aims at raising awareness about the reasons why people living in poverty are at a greater risk of being sentenced to death and executed. | |
| 116. |
Who has been bestowed with the 2017 Lal Bahadur Shastri National Award for Excellence in Public Administration, Academics and Management? |
| Answer» Dr. Bindeshwar Pathak has been bestowed with the 18th edition of Lal Bahadur Shastri National Award for Excellence in Public Administration, Academics and Management for year 2017 by the President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind. Pathak is the founder of Sulabh International and has developed and implemented, on a pan India scale, a low cost and appropriate toilet technology popularly known as the Sulabh Shauchalaya system. | |
| 117. |
On which date International Day of the Girl Child is observed, and what is the theme? |
| Answer» The International Day of the Girl Child (IDGC) is celebrated every year on October 11 to highlight and address the needs and challenges girls face, while promoting girls' empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights. The 2017 theme "EmPOWER Girls: Before, during and after crises" marks the beginning of a year-long effort to spur global attention and action to the challenges and opportunities girls face before, during, and after crises. | |
| 118. |
The theme of the 2017 World Mental Health Day (WMHD) is? |
| Answer» The World Mental Health Day (WMHD) is observed every year on 10 October, to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health. The 2017 theme is "Mental health in the workplace'. The day provides an opportunity for all stakeholders working on mental health issues to talk about their work, and what more needs to be done to make mental health care a reality for people worldwide. | |
| 119. |
October 13 is observed as the ___________. |
| Answer» International Day for Disaster Reduction was observed all over the world on October 13. This day celebrates how people and communities around the world are reducing their exposure to disasters and raising awareness about the importance of preventing the risks they face. 'Home Safe Home: Reducing Exposure, Reducing Displacement' is the slogan for International Day for Disaster Reduction 2017. | |
| 120. |
October 15 was observed as __________. |
| Answer» International Day of Rural Women is celebrated all over the world on October 15. The theme for 2017 International Day of Rural Women is "Challenges and opportunities in climate-resilient agriculture for gender equality and the empowerment of rural women and girls". This day recognizes the critical role and contribution of rural women in enhancing agricultural and rural development, improving food security and eradicating rural poverty. | |
| 121. |
The theme of World Food Day 2017 is __________. |
| Answer» FAO celebrates World Food Day each year on 16 October to commemorate the founding of the Organization in 1945. Events are organized in over 150 countries across the world, making it one of the most celebrated days of the UN calendar. The Theme for World Food Day 2017 is "Change the future of migration. Invest in food security and rural development". The day is to celebrate the progress we have already made towards reaching #ZeroHunger. | |
| 122. |
The 2017 Infantry Day is celebrated on __________. |
| Answer» The Infantry Day is celebrated every year in India on October 27 to commemorate the first Infantry action post independence. On this day 70 years ago, in response to the threat posed to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the nation, the leading elements of the Indian Army from the 1st Battalion of the SIKH Regiment, air landed at Srinagar. This bold action by Indian Army and resolute fighting by the Infantrymen reversed the tide of events and thwarted the nefarious designs of Pakistani Raiders aided by Pakistan Army. | |
| 123. |
What is the theme of 2017 International Day for the Eradication of Poverty? |
| Answer» 17 October was declared as the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. Theme: "Answering the Call of October 17 to end poverty: A path toward peaceful and inclusive societies". United Nations in 1992 officially recognized it under resolution 47/196 with the motive of promoting awareness among the people about need to eradicate poverty from all the countries, mainly in developing countries. | |
| 124. |
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty (IDEP) is observed on which date? |
| Answer» The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty (IDEP) is observed every year on October 17 to raise people's awareness of the need to eradicate poverty and destitution worldwide, particularly in developing countries. The 2017 theme 'Answering the Call of October 17 to end poverty: A path toward peaceful and inclusive societies' reminds us of the importance of the values of dignity, solidarity and voice underscored in the Call to Action to fight to end poverty everywhere. | |
| 125. |
Which day is celebrated on 20th October? |
| Answer» 20th October 2010 is observed as World Statistics Day. The theme for the year 2017 is Better Data, Better Lives. It emphasizes the critical role of high-quality official statistical information in analysis and informed policy decision-making in support of sustainable development. | |
| 126. |
Which day is observed as 21st October? |
| Answer» The National Police Commemoration Day is observed every year on 21st October remembering the brave policemen who sacrificed their lives while discharging their duties. Rich tributes are paid to the martyrs on this day. This altercation between the troops led to the death of ten policemen. Seven of the others who were also imprisoned managed to escape from the Chinese troops. | |
| 127. |
Which day is observed on 24th October across the world? |
| Answer» United Nations Day is observed globally on 24 October. It marks the 72nd anniversary of the UN Charter's entry into force and celebrates everything that the UN represents and has achieved since its establishment in 1945. All the member states of the United Nations contribute finances to its operation to help further its goals. | |
| 128. |
The 2017 World Development Information Day (WDID) is observed on which date? |
| Answer» The World Development Information Day (WDID) is observed every year on October 24 to draw the attention of the world to development problems and the necessity of strengthening international cooperation to solve them. | |
| 129. |
International Stuttering Awareness Day was observed on __________. |
| Answer» International Stuttering Awareness Day was observed all over the world on October 22, the theme for International Stuttering Awareness Day 2017 is 'A World That Understands Stuttering'. The International Stuttering Association has been conducting online conference since 2013.This year's online conference was conducted from 1st October to 22nd October 2017. | |
| 130. |
The 2017 World Polio Day (WPD) is observed on which date? |
| Answer» The World Polio Day (WPD) is observed every year by the World Health Organization (WHO) on October 24 to raise awareness about the hazards of the crippling and potentially fatal infectious disease. The day was established by Rotary International over a decade ago to commemorate the birth of Jonas Salk, who led the first team to develop a vaccine against poliomyelitis. | |
| 131. |
October 27th was observed as __________. |
| Answer» World Day for Audiovisual Heritage is observed globally on 27 October every year across the world. The theme of this year is "Discover, remember and share". The General Conference of UNESCO approved the commemoration of a World Day for Audiovisual Heritage in 2005 as a mechanism to raise general awareness of the need to preserve and safeguard important audiovisual material for future generations. | |
| 132. |
What is the theme of the 2017 World Day for Audiovisual Heritage (WDAH)? |
| Answer» The World Day for Audiovisual Heritage (WDAH) is observed every year on October 27 to raise general awareness of the need to preserve and safeguard important audiovisual material for future generations, and for urgent measures to be taken to conserve this heritage and ensure it remains accessible to the public now, and to future generations. The 2017 theme is "Discover, remember and share". | |
| 133. |
The 2017 National Legal Services Day (NLSD) is celebrated on which date in India? |
| Answer» The National Legal Services Day (NLSD) is celebrated every year on November 9 to make all people aware about the functions and their activities done by the Legal Services in India. | |
| 134. |
What is the theme of 2017 Universal Children's Day? |
| Answer» niversal Children's Day offers each of us an inspirational entry-point to advocate, promote and celebrate children's rights, translating into dialogues and actions that will build a better world for Children. The 2017 theme is It's a #KidsTakeOver. | |
| 135. |
Which day is celebrated as November 21 across the world? |
| Answer» The World Fisheries day is celebrated every year on November 21 throughout the world by fisherfolk communities to highlight the critical importance to human beings. The Fish forms an important part of diets of people around the world, particularly those living near rivers, coasts and other water bodies. In India, Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare is celebrating the day. | |
| 136. |
The theme of the 2017 World Toilet Day (WTD) is? |
| Answer» The World Toilet Day (WTD) is an official United Nations international observance day to raise awareness and inspire action to tackle the global sanitation crisis. It is observed every year on November 19 and the 2017 theme is "Wastewater". | |
| 137. |
What is the India's rank in the 2017 IMD World Talent Ranking? |
| Answer» India has been ranked 51st globally in terms of ability to attract, develop and retain talent while Switzerland topped the list compiled by leading global business school IMD. The annual IMD World Talent Ranking covered 63 countries and assessed the methods the countries adopted to attract and retain talent. The rankings are based on a country's performance in three main categories - investment and development, appeal, and readiness - and India was ranked 62nd, 43rd and 29th on these terms. | |
| 138. |
On which date the World Television Day was observed? |
| Answer» The United Nations (UN) World Television Day is annually observed in many places around the world on November 21. World Television Day is a day to renew governments, organizations and individuals commitments to support the development of television media in providing unbiased information about important issues and events that affect society. | |
| 139. |
The 2017 Constitution Day is celebrated on __________. |
| Answer» The 2017 Constitution Day (or Samvidhan Divas) is celebrated every year in India on November 26 to commemorate the adoption of Constitution of India. On this day in 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India adopted the Constitution of India, and it came into effect on 26 January 1950. From 2015, the Government of India (GoI) is observing 26th November as Constitution Day. On the occasion of Constitution Day, in 2017, the Union Ministry of Human Resources Development (HRD) has launched a Digital Signature campaign to generate awareness on fundamental duties enshrined in the Constitution. | |
| 140. |
What is the theme of the 2017 International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (IDEVAW)? |
| Answer» The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (IDEVAW) is observed every year on November 25 is to raise public awareness on issues of violence against women and girls, including how men and boys can play a more active role in eliminating this violence. The theme of the campaign for 2017 is "Leave no one behind: end violence against women and girls". This theme reinforces the UNiTE Campaign's commitment to a world free from violence for all women and girls around the world, while reaching the most underserved and marginalized, including refugees, migrants, minorities, indigenous peoples, and populations affected by conflict and natural disasters, amongst others, first. | |
| 141. |
November 29 is observed as __________. |
| Answer» November 2017 was observed as International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. In 1977, the UN General Assembly called for the annual observance of 29 November as the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. This day provides an opportunity for the international community to focus its attention on the fact that the question of Palestine remains unresolved. | |
| 142. |
The theme of 2017 World AIDS day (WAD)? |
| Answer» 1 December is observed as World AIDS Day. It is a day dedicated to raising awareness of the AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV infection and mourning those who have died of the disease. Under the 2017 theme "Right to health", the World Health Organization (WHO) will highlight the need for the 36.7 million people living with HIV and those who are vulnerable and affected by the epidemic, to reach the goal of universal health coverage. | |
| 143. |
The Border Security Force (BSF) celebrated its 52nd Raising Day on __________. |
| Answer» The Border Security Force (BSF) celebrated its 52nd Raising Day. It was established on December 1,1965.BSF stand as the world's largest border security force. It is one of five Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and currently headed by Director General KK Sharma. The BSF is a paramilitary force responsible for guarding India's land border during peacetime and preventing transnational crime. BSF is termed 'India's first line of defence' and guard a border that runs through creeks, deserts, farmlands and mountains to swamps, rivers and seas. | |
| 144. |
The theme of the 2017 International Day of Persons with Disabilities is: |
| Answer» The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is observed every year on December 3 to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in all spheres of society and development and to increase awareness of the situation of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life. The annual observance of the day was proclaimed in 1992 by a United Nations General Assembly resolution. The 2017 theme is "Transformation towards sustainable and resilient society for all". | |
| 145. |
The Indian Navy Day (IND) is celebrated on __________. |
| Answer» The Indian Navy Day (IND) is observed every year on 4th December every year to remember the courage and determination that Indian Navy had shown during the 1971 war. During the India-Pakistan war of 1971, the Indian Navy played a significant role in the bombing of the Karachi harbor and sank Pakistan Naval Ship PNS Ghazi. The Navy Day celebrations not only display the nation's technological progress but also the maritime achievements of India. The Indian Navy plays a great role in securing the marine borders of the country as well as enhancing the international relations of the country through foreign port callings, joint exercises, humanitarian missions and calamity relief. | |
| 146. |
5th December was observed as __________. |
| Answer» World Soil Day is observed on 5th December across the world. The 2017 Theme for World Soil Day is 'Caring for the Planet starts from the Ground'. The main aim to communicate messages on the importance of soil quality for food security, healthy ecosystems and human well-being. It is celebrated annually on the 5th of December at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) headquarters in Rome, the regional offices and through national and local events. | |
| 147. |
What is the theme of the 2017 World Soil Day (WSD)? |
| Answer» The World Soil Day (WSD) is observed every year on December 5 to communicate messages on the importance of soil quality for food security, healthy ecosystems and human well-being. The 2017 theme is "Caring for the Planet starts from the Ground". It is celebrated annually at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) headquarters in Rome, the regional offices and through national and local events. | |
| 148. |
The theme for International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development 2017 is ___________. |
| Answer» International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development was celebrated all over the world on Dec 5. The theme for International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development 2017 is: Volunteers Act First. Here. Everywhere. It is viewed as a unique chance for volunteers and organizations to celebrate their efforts, to share their values, and to promote their work among their communities, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), United Nations agencies, government authorities and the private sector. | |
| 149. |
7th December is observed as __________. |
| Answer» Flag Day of India is a day dedicated to India towards collection of funds from people of India for the welfare of the Indian Armed Forces personnel. It has been observed annually in India on December 7 since 1949. Over the years, it has become a tradition to commemorate this day as an honour to the soldiers, sailors and airmen of India. | |
| 150. |
What is the theme of the 2017 World Human Rights Day (WHRD)? |
| Answer» The World Human Rights Day (WHRD) is observed every year on December 10 to commemorate the day in 1948 when the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted and proclaimed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris. It establishes the equal dignity and worth of every person. This year, in 2017, the Human Rights Day kicks off a year-long campaign to mark the upcoming 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The 2017 theme is 'Let's stand up for equality, justice and human dignity'. | |