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Do you know about important days, events and festivals that fall in January 2021? Let us find out in the form of questions and answers with an explanation that will make it easy to remember and also help in the preparation of various competitive examinations.
Jan 6, 2021
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On 6 January every year, World Day of War Orphans is celebrated to create awareness about the plight of the war orphans and to the address the traumatic conditions faced by them.
Jan 6, 2021
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Kisan Divas or Farmer’s Day or Kisan Samman Divas is observed in India on the 23rd of December. This day symbolizes the birthday of Chaudhary Charan Singh-the fifth Prime Minister of the Indian Republic. Charan Singh served as the Prime Minister of India from 28 July 1979 to 14 January 1980. Let us read more about Farmer's Day.
Dec 23, 2020
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Human Rights Day 2020: It is observed on 10 December every year to educate people about their rights regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, language. birth, status, etc. Let us read more about Human Rights Day, its 2020 theme, history, significance, and key facts.
Dec 10, 2020
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International Civil Aviation Day 2020: Do you know about International Civil Aviation Day, how is it celebrated, what is the theme of 2020, and its significance? Let us find out!
Dec 7, 2020
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Armed Forces Flag Day 2020: All three branches of the Armed Forces namely the Indian Army, the Indian Air Force, and the Indian Navy on Armed Forces Flag Day organise various types of programmes to pay respect and tribute to the efforts of the soldiers in safeguarding the country's honour. Let us have a look at Armed Forces Flag Day.
Dec 7, 2020
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On 26 November 2008, India witnessed the 26/11 terror attacks on several high-profile locations across Mumbai, killing at least 166 people and leaving more than 300 people injured.
Nov 26, 2020
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World Tsunami Awareness Day 2020: It is observed on 5 November to raise awareness about tsunami among millions of people living in low lying coastal areas and small islands. Let us read more about World Tsunami Awareness Day, history, and theme 2020.
Nov 5, 2020
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World Post Day is observed every year on 9th October in remembrance of the establishment of Universal Postal Union (UPU) in 1874 in Bern, Switzerland while the National Postal Day of India is celebrated on 10th October every year to commemorate the role played by the Indian postal department. Let us read more about World Post Day, its history and significance.
Oct 9, 2020
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Every year on the first Monday of October, World Habitat Day is observed. This year, it will be observed on October 5 and the theme for World Habitat Day 2020 is 'Housing For All- A Better Urban Future'.
Oct 5, 2020
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Gandhi Jayanti 2020: It is observed in India on 2nd October every year. Let us read more about Gandhi Jayanti, significance and some interesting facts.
Oct 1, 2020
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World Heart Day 2020: It is observed on 29 September to spread awareness about cardiovascular diseases, their prevention, and impact. Let us read in detail about World Heart Day, 2020 theme, history, significance, etc.
Sep 29, 2020
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World Music Day 2020 or International Music Day 2020 is observed on June 21. Check theme, history & significance of World Music Day 2020 or Fête de la Musique.
Jun 21, 2020
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World Hydrography Day 2020: It is observed on 21 June every year since 2006. This initiative was started by the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) to increase awareness about the safe navigation, technical standards and protection of the marine environment. Let us read in detail about World Hydrography Day, 2020 theme, history and significance.
Jun 21, 2020
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Mother’s Day 2020: It is celebrated on 10 May, 2020 (i.e. second Sunday of May). Almost all the country celebrates Mother’s Day like a festival. But have you ever thought when was first Mother’s Day celebrated, who celebrated it, how it was celebrated? What is the history behind the celebration? Let us have a look!
May 10, 2020