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| 351. |
What is the theme of 2018 United Nations Day? |
| Answer» 24 October has been celebrated as United Nations Day since 1948. The 2018 United Nations Day Concert was held in the General Assembly Hall at United Nations Headquarters in New York. Soulful music from the strings of the sarod maestro Amjad Ali Khan reverberated in the iconic Assembly hall. The theme of this year's concert, which is sponsored by the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations, is "Traditions of Peace and Non-violence". | |
| 352. |
Rotary International initiated the World Polio Day on this date? |
| Answer» World Polio Day was observed all over the world on 24th October. World Polio Day was initiated by Rotary International more than a decade ago to commemorate the birth of Jonas Salk, who developed a vaccine against poliomyelitis. This day aims to create awareness on polio and efforts taken to eliminate this disease. India received polio-free certification along with the entire South-East Asia Region of WHO (World Health Organisation) on 27th March 2014 by WHO. | |
| 353. |
The theme for 2018 Vigilance Awareness Week is; |
| Answer» Vigilance Awareness Week 2018 will be observed by the Central Vigilance Commission from 29 October to 3 November 2018. The theme for Vigilance Awareness Week 2018 is 'Eradicate Corruption-Build a New India'. 'Awareness Gram Sabhas' are also organised for the dissemination of awareness in Gram Panchayats (in rural and semi-urban areas) to sensitise the rural citizens. | |
| 354. |
International Coral Reef Initiative has declared 2018 as __________. |
| Answer» International Coral Reef Initiative has declared 2018 as the International Year of the Reef. IYOR 2008 was a year-long campaign of events and initiatives hosted by governments and non-governmental organizations around the world, to promote conservation action and strengthen long-term collaborations for coral reef conservation. | |
| 355. |
World Day For Audiovisual Heritage is observed on ___________. |
| Answer» World Day for Audiovisual Heritage is celebrated all over the world on 27th of October. The theme for World Day for Audiovisual Heritage 2018 is "Your Story is Moving". In 2005, UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) General Conference declared October 27 as World Day for Audiovisual Heritage. | |
| 356. |
The Vigilance Awareness Week is observed from 29th October to 3 November to promote probity in public life. It's theme for this year is; |
| Answer» The Vigilance Awareness Week will be observed across the country from 29th October to 3 November to promote probity in public life and achieve a corruption-free society. The theme of the week this year is, 'Eradicate Corruption - Build A New India'. The observance of the week will commence with pledge taking by public servants in the Ministries, Departments, PSUs, Banks and all other Organisations. During the week, several functions will be organized to create awareness against corrupt practices. | |
| 357. |
The Theme for World Day for Audiovisual Heritage 2018 is; |
| Answer» World Day for Audiovisual Heritage was celebrated all over the world on 27th October. In 2005, UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) General Conference declared October 27 as World Day for Audiovisual Heritage. This day creates awareness on the importance of audiovisual documents and the need to take urgent measures to transfer them to digital format to prevent their loss. The for World Day for Audiovisual Heritage 2018 is "Your Story is Moving". | |
| 358. |
India observed Rashtriya Ekta Diwa on which date? |
| Answer» India observed Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, also known as National Unity Day, on October 31, 2018 to commemorate the 143rd birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India. Home Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off the 'Run for Unity' from Major Dhyanchand Stadium. On this day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated world's tallest 'Statue of Unity' to the nation at Kevadiya in Narmada district of Gujarat. The Prime Minister also unveiled the 'Wall of Unity', a wall created with the earth samples collected from various states across the country. | |
| 359. |
October 31 is observed as __________. |
| Answer» World Savings Day or World Thrift day, was established during the 1st International Savings Bank Congress (World Society of Savings Banks) in Milano, Italy. In India due to the death of late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on October 31, 1984, this day is celebrated on 30th October. | |
| 360. |
The theme of 2018 World Cities Day is; |
| Answer» October 31 is celebrated as World Cities Day. The theme for World Cities Day 31 October 2018 is Building Sustainable and Resilient Cities and the Global Observation will be celebrated in Liverpool, United Kingdom. | |
| 361. |
The 2018 World Tsunami Awareness Day (WTAD) was observed on which date? |
| Answer» The World Tsunami Awareness Day (WTAD) is observed every year on November 5 to raise awareness about precautionary measures against tsunami and share innovative approaches to risk reduction. Along with risk of large loss of life, the day also highlight the economic losses tsunamis can inflict along vulnerable, densely populated coastlines, shown in red on this map. Tsunamis are rare events, but can be extremely deadly. In the past 100 years, 58 tsunamis have claimed more than 260,000 lives, which is the highest number of deaths than in any other natural hazard. | |
| 362. |
The 2018 National Ayurveda Day (NAD) is celebrated on November 5 with the theme of; |
| Answer» The 2018 National Ayurveda Day (NAD) is celebrated on November 5 with the theme "Ayurveda for Public Health" to create awareness on people's health. The day focus on strengths of Ayurveda and its unique treatment principles. It create a sense of awareness in today's generation and promote Ayurvedic principles of healing in society. The main aim of Ayurveda is the prevention of disease and promotion of health. Lord Dhanvantari is considered as divine propagator of Ayurveda. He is conferred with the virtues of granting health and wealth. Hence, Dhanvantari Jayanti (Dhanteras) was preferred for celebration of Ayurveda Day to nationalize this system of medicine which can prove to be a cornerstone for its ultimate globalization. | |
| 363. |
The National Cancer Awareness Day was observed on __________. |
| Answer» National Cancer Awareness Day observed on 7 November across the nation. 'National Cancer Awareness Day' started in 2014 when it was first announced by the former Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan. February 4th is World Cancer Day, when organizations and individuals around the world unite to raise awareness about cancer and work to make it a global health priority. | |
| 364. |
On which date the International Day of Radiology is observed? |
| Answer» International Day of Radiology was observed throughout the world on 8th November. This day marks the date of discovery of the existence of X-rays by Wilhelm Conrad Rontgen in 1895. Main theme of International Day of Radiology 2018 is: Cardiac imaging. | |
| 365. |
West Bengal government has decided to observe 'Rosogolla Day' on which date? |
| Answer» West Bengal government has decided to observe 'Rosogolla Day' on November 14, to commemorate the first anniversary of the state's famous sweet getting Geographical Indication (GI) tag as 'Bengal's Rosogolla'. The GI tag is a sign that identifies a product as originating from a particular place. | |
| 366. |
On which date, the World Science Day for Peace and Development is celebrated? |
| Answer» World Science Day for Peace and Development highlights the important role that science has in society and is celebrated each year on November 10. It also highlights the need to engage the wider public in debates on emerging scientific issues. The theme of 2018 World Science Day for Peace and Development is Science, a Human Right. | |
| 367. |
Armistice Day is commemorated on __________ to mark the end of the 1914-1918 conflict (World War I). |
| Answer» Armistice Day is commemorated on November 11 to mark the end of the 1914-1918 conflict. More than 10 million German and Russian soldiers died in the war and more than twice as many suffered injuries. World leaders gathered to lead global commemorations marking 100 years since the end of First World War in Paris. Around 70 leaders, including U.S. and Russian Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, marked the centenary of the 1918 Armistice in the French capital at 11 a.m. local time (10:00 GMT). The leaders paid homage to the fallen soldiers at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Arc de Triomphe. The memorial ceremony included classical music and the reading aloud of letters by the First World War soldiers. | |
| 368. |
The National education day was observed on __________. |
| Answer» National education day was celebrated across India. In 2008, Central Government declared November 11 as National education day. This day commemorates the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, freedom fighter, educationist and the first Education Minister of independent India from 1947 to 1958. This day recalls the contribution of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad to education in India. On this day, various programmes are organized in schools throughout India. | |
| 369. |
The theme for World Diabetes Day 2018 and 2019 is __________. |
| Answer» The World Diabetes Day is organized on 14 November throughout the world. The theme for World Diabetes Day 2018 and 2019 is 'The Family and Diabetes'. The primary aim of the World Diabetes Day and World Diabetes Month 2018-19 campaign is to raise awareness of the impact that diabetes has on the family and to promote the role of the family in the management, care, prevention and education of the condition. | |
| 370. |
The Public Service Broadcasting Day is observed on this day to commemorate Mahatma Gandhi's visit to the studio of All India Radio, Delhi in 1947. |
| Answer» Public Service Broadcasting Day was celebrated across India on 12th November. Public Service Broadcasting Day is celebrated annually to commemorate the only visit of Mahatma Gandhi to the studio of All India Radio, Delhi in 1947. The Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi addressed the displaced people, who had temporarily settled at Kurukshetra in Haryana following partition. On 12th November 2018, a function was organized at the premises of All India Radio in New Delhi. | |
| 371. |
When was the World Kindness Day celebrated? |
| Answer» World Kindness Day was celebrated all over the world. In 1998, World Kindness Day was introduced by the World Kindness Movement, which is a coalition of various kindness NGOs. World Kindness Day is observed annually on November 13. The World Kindness Movement was formed at a conference in Tokyo, Japan, in 1997. Over 28 countries are members of this movement. World Kindness Day highlights good deeds in the society, and stresses on the importance kindness as a binding factor between members of the society. | |
| 372. |
The theme of 2018 Vigilance Awareness Week is ___________. |
| Answer» Vigilance Awareness Week was observed by Indian Army from 29th October to 3rd November 2018 regarding maintaining core values of honesty and integrity in the organization. During the Vigilance Awareness Week various events like workshops, seminars, lectures, competitions and pledge of Integrity towards organization were conducted across India. The theme of Vigilance Awareness Week 2018 was "Eradicate Corruption-Build a New India". | |
| 373. |
International Day for Tolerance for observed on __________. |
| Answer» International day of tolerance is observed of 16th November every year to educate people about the negative effects of intolerance and make people aware about the need of tolerance in society. It is an annual observance declared by UNESCO in 1995. The First ever World Tolerance Summit held in Dubai on November 15-16. It was organized by International Institute of Tolerance. Leaders from all over the world had visited the summit. The Theme of the Summit was 'prospering from Pluralism: Embracing Diversity through Innovation and Collaboration'. The aim of the summit was to discuss the importance of tolerance, equality and peace among the people of different religion, Color and race. | |
| 374. |
International day of tolerance is observed on 16 November with the theme of; |
| Answer» International day of tolerance is observed of 16 November every year to educate people about the negative effects of intolerance and make people aware about the need of tolerance in society. It is an annual observance declared by UNESCO in 1995. The First ever World Tolerance Summit held in Dubai on November 15-16. It was organized by International Institute of Tolerance. Leaders from all over the world had visited the summit. The aim of the summit was to discuss the importance of tolerance, equality and peace among the people of different religion, Color and race. The Theme of the Summit was 'Prospering from Pluralism: Embracing Diversity through Innovation and Collaboration'. | |
| 375. |
When was the National Press Day celebrated in India? |
| Answer» National Press Day was celebrated in India on 16th November. National Press Day commemorates the day on which Press Council of India (PCI) started functioning. PCI was constituted on 4 July 1966 and started functioning on November 16, 1966. This day is a symbolism of a free and responsible press in India. Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Arun Jaitley inaugurated the National Press Day celebrations organised by PCI in New Delhi. | |
| 376. |
Ministry of AYUSH celebrated the first Naturopathy Day throughout India on __________. |
| Answer» Ministry of AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) celebrated the first Naturopathy Day throughout India on 18th November 2018. Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy, an autonomous body under AYUSH Ministry, organised health camps, workshops and exhibitions in association with local naturopathy centres and hospitals from 14th to 18th November 2018. AYUSH Minister Shripad Yesso Naik inaugurated the first Naturopathy Day Programme in New Delhi. Over 1,000 Naturopathy specialist doctors from all over India participated in the event organised by International Naturopathy Organisation (INO) along with Ministry of AYUSH. | |
| 377. |
The World Toilet Day is observed on 19th of November with the theme of; |
| Answer» The World Toilet Day is organized around the world on 19th of November. The day is about inspiring action to tackle the global sanitation crisis. The theme for WTD 2018 is 'When Nature Calls'. United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6) aims to ensure availability and sustainable management of sanitation and water for all by 2030. | |
| 378. |
18 November was observed as the __________. |
| Answer» The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims (WDoR) is observed on the third Sunday of November each year. The slogan for 2018 is 'Roads have Stories'. The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims was started by RoadPeace in 1993. | |
| 379. |
Africa Industrialization Day is observed on 20 November with the theme of; |
| Answer» The purpose of Africa Industrialization Day (AID), marked each year on 20 November, is to raise global awareness of the challenges faced by the continent with regard to industrialization. The theme for AID 2018 is "Promoting Regional Value Chains in Africa. | |
| 380. |
National Epilepsy day os observed on which date? |
| Answer» November 17th is seen annually as National Epilepsy Day to create awareness about epilepsy in India. According to World Health Organization (WHO), about 50 million people have epilepsy across the world, out of which 80 percent people are living in developing countries. Globally, the World Epilepsy Day or better known as Purple Day is observed on March 26th annually. | |
| 381. |
When was the Universal Children's Day celebrated? |
| Answer» United Nations Universal Children's Day was established in 1954 and is celebrated on November 20th each year to promote international togetherness, awareness among children worldwide, and improving children'ss welfare. | |
| 382. |
The World Fisheries Day was observed on __________. |
| Answer» 21st November is celebrated as World Fisheries day every year throughout the world. Fishing Communities celebrates the day by organizing rallies, Cultural programs, workshops and exhibition to highlight the importance of healthy ocean ecosystems and to ensure sustainable stocks of fisheries in the world. The day explores moves towards finding solutions to the increasingly inter-connected problems that the world is facing in order to follow sustainable model. Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh said that the Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fundof Rs. 7522 crore will augment production and create more employment opportunities. | |
| 383. |
26th November is observed as the __________. |
| Answer» National Milk Day is celebrated on November 26 to mark the birth anniversary of India's most successful dairy entrepreneur Dr. Varghese Kurien, the founder of dairy firm Amul. He served Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) from 1973 to 2006. India is the largest milk producer in the world. The per capita milk available pan India is 355 grams per day. | |
| 384. |
Embassy of India in Nepal celebrated (ITEC) Day and 130th birth anniversary of __________ in Kathmandu, Nepal on November 22, 2018. |
| Answer» The Embassy of India in Nepal celebrated Indian Technical & Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Day and 130th birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, dubbed as Maulana Azad Day, in Kathmandu, Nepal. The Event was inaugurated by Minister for Education, Science and Technology of Nepal Giriraj Mani Pokharel. It would help in promoting human resources development in Nepal by training senior officers and officials from various Ministries and Departments of the Government of Nepal in India's most premier institutions. | |
| 385. |
What is the theme of the 2018 International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women? |
| Answer» The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (IDEVAW) is observed every year on 25th of November 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 day also marks the start of the "16 Days of Activism". The 2018 UN theme for 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence under the UNiTE to End Violence against Women campaign is "Orange the World: #HearMeToo". The aim of #HearMeToo is to bring to the forefront the voices of women and girls who have survived violence, who are defending women's rights every day and taking action, many of them very far away from the limelight or media headlines. | |
| 386. |
The theme of the 14th Formation day of National Disaster Management Authority? |
| Answer» Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju inaugurated the 14th Formation day of National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). This Year's theme was "Early Warning for Disasters". NDMA released a training manual for masons on Hazard-Resistant Construction and a study report on "Gujarat Floods 2017" A case study will be released. The Economic impact and loss of lives after a Disaster can be minimized by Early Warning. So NDMA aims to prepare a strong early warning system so as to make the country disaster resilient. | |
| 387. |
Border Security Force celebrated its 54th Raising Day on December 1, 2018. It was celebrated with the motto of; |
| Answer» The Border Security Force, BSF along with Pakistan and Bangladesh celebrated its 54th Raising Day. The main ceremony was celebrated at Chhawla Camp in New Delhi. BSF has been India's first wall of defence since 1965. The motto of BSF is: Duty Unto Death. | |
| 388. |
What is the theme of 2018 International Day of Persons with Disabilities? |
| Answer» Since 1992, the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) has been annually observed on 3 December around the world. The theme for this year's IDPD is "Empowering persons with disabilities and ensuring inclusiveness and equality". This theme focuses on the empowering persons with disabilities for the inclusive, equitable and sustainable development envisaged in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. | |
| 389. |
On which date, the World Computer Literacy Day is observed? |
| Answer» World Computer Literacy Day will be celebrated on December 2 every year.Now the computer has became part of our human life and this day encourage the development of technological skills, particularly among people. It aims to "create awareness and drive digital literacy in underserved communities worldwide". World Computer Literacy Day was founded by Indian computer company NIIT to mark its 20th anniversary in 2001. | |
| 390. |
Indian Navy Day was observed on; |
| Answer» Navy Day is being celebrated in India on 4th December. The day is celebrated in honour of the maritime force's role during the war with Pakistan in 1971 when Indian warships attacked Karachi port and successfully hurt Pakistani operations in the western coast. The Day is also celebrated to highlight the role the Navy plays in securing the country's marine borders during peacetime and carrying out humanitarian missions. As per the recent Data, since 2008, 70 Indian naval warships have been deployed, which safely escorted over 3440 ships with over 25,000 mariners on board. | |
| 391. |
World Soil Day is celebrated annually on the 5th of December. The theme of this year is; |
| Answer» World Soil Day 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. #StopSoilPollution is the objective of this World Soil Day on 5 December and throughout the year. | |
| 392. |
International Day of Persons with Disabilities was observed on which date? |
| Answer» December 3 is observed as United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities or World Disability Day.The theme for this year is "Empowering persons with disabilities and ensuring inclusiveness and equality". This theme focuses on the empowering persons with disabilities for the inclusive, equitable and sustainable development envisaged in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.Estimated one billion people living with disabilities worldwide. Since 1992 December 03 is celebrated as United Nations international Day of Persons with Disabilities. | |
| 393. |
International Volunteer Day (IVD) is observed every year on 5 December. The theme of 2018 IVD is; |
| Answer» International Volunteer Day (IVD) is observed every year on 5 December. It is an international observance mandated by the UN General Assembly in 1985. The theme for IVD 2018 is 'Volunteers build Resilient Communities'. IVD is a chance for individual volunteers, communities and organisations to promote their contributions to development at the local, national and international levels. | |
| 394. |
On which date, Armed Forces Flag Day is observed? |
| Answer» 07 December is observed as Armed Forces Flag Day throughout India to honour the martyrs as well as men and women in uniform, who valiantly fight on our borders to safeguard the country's honour. The 'Armed forces Flag Day Fund' (AFFDF) has been constituted by the Government of India for the welfare and rehabilitation of the Ex-Servicemen (ESM) community. The fund collection throughout the country is managed by local arms of the Kendriya Sainik Board, which is part of the Ministry of Defence. | |
| 395. |
The theme for 2018 International Civil Aviation Day is; |
| Answer» Every year December 7 is observed as International Civil Aviation Day.The purpose of the annual celebration is to establish and reinforce worldwide awareness of the importance of international civil aviation in the social and economic development of States. The theme for International Civil Aviation Day this year is: "Working Together to Ensure No Country is Left Behind." This theme was established on a recurring basis for the 2016-2018 ICAO triennium, in order to highlight the enormous transformational power of air connectivity to improve people's lives. The International Civil Aviation Day was established in 1994 as part of ICAO's 50th anniversary activities. In 1944, participants from 54 nations gathered in Chicago, US had signed Convention on International Civil Aviation, also known more popularly as the 'Chicago Convention'. Since then, the defining international agreement has permitted global civil aviation system to develop peacefully, in manner benefitting all nations across the world. | |
| 396. |
Human Rights Day is observed on __________. |
| Answer» Human Rights Day is observed every year on 10 December. On this day, the United Nations General Assembly adopted, in 1948, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This year, Human Rights Day marks the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. #StandUp4HumanRights is the global campaign launched on for year 2018. | |
| 397. |
International Anti-Corruption Day celebrated on which date? |
| Answer» Sixteenth International Anti-Corruption Day celebrated on December 9, 2018. The day has been celebrated since the passage of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption on 31 October 2003 to raise public awareness for anti-corruption. UN along with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) organized a global campaign called- "Corruption: An impediment to Sustainable Development Goals"- for spreading the awareness on corruption. | |
| 398. |
International Mountain Day is observed on 11 December, The theme for 2018 IMD is; |
| Answer» International Mountain Day is held every year on 11 December, which was established by the UN General Assembly in 2003 to encourage sustainable development in mountains. The theme for 2018 IMD is "Mountains Matter". | |
| 399. |
What is the theme of 2018 International Universal Health Coverage Day? |
| Answer» International Universal Health Coverage Day (UHC Day) was observed throughout the world. It aims to mobilize diverse stakeholders to call for stronger, more equitable health systems to achieve universal health coverage, leaving no one behind. The theme for the 2018 UHC Day is: "Unite for Universal Health Coverage: Now is the Time for Collective Action". Universal health coverage (UHC) ensures all people, everywhere, can access the quality health services they need without suffering financial hardship. The United Nations proclaimed 12 December as International Universal Health Coverage Day (UHC Day) by resolution 72/138 in 2017. | |
| 400. |
On which date, International Day of Neutrality observed? |
| Answer» December 12 is seen as International Day of Neutrality after its adoption by United Nations General Assembly in the 69th plenary meeting. It is celebrated by United Nations to ensure neutrality among nations and abstention of a state from all participation in a war. It is aimed at promoting the use of preventive diplomacy, and enhancing public awareness of the value of neutrality in international relations. | |