Important Days

41. On which of the following days is World Computer Literacy Day observed? [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-I) 9.08.2021 (Shift-III)]

(a) 5 June
(b) 2 December
(c) 13 May
(d) 30 September

Correct Answer: (b) 2 December

Solution:World Computer Literacy Day is celebrated annually on December 2. Instituted by N.I.I.T in 2001, the holiday was created in honour of the company's 20th anniversary and as a way to increase computer literacy among people, especially women and children.

42. Which day in May 2020 was observed as "International Tea Day? [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-I) 09.08.2021 (Shift-I)]

(a) 15 May
(b) 1 May
(c) 23 May
(d) 21 May

Correct Answer: (d) 21 May

Solution:'International Tea Day' was celebrated on 21 May, 2020. It is celebrated every year on 21st May.

43. Which of the following months was celebrated as 'Nutrition Month' in India in the year 2020? [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-I) 10.08.2021 (Shift-I)]

(a) August
(b) December
(c) September
(d) November

Correct Answer: (c) September

Solution:National Nutrition Month (previously called National Nutrition Week) is celebrated in India every year in September to spread awareness about nutritional needs, deficiencies and malnutrition.

44. What was the theme for 11 February 2020, celebration of the United Nations International Day of Women and Girls in Science? [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-I) 11.08.2021 (Shift-III)]

(a) Inclusive Growth of Women and Girls in Science
(b) Investment in Women and Girls in Science for Inclusive Green Growth
(c) Science for Women Empowerment
(d) Welcome the Women and Girl Achievers in Science

Correct Answer: (b) Investment in Women and Girls in Science for Inclusive Green Growth

Solution:The theme of 2020 was 'Investment in Women and Girls in Science for Inclusive Green Growth.' The theme focuses on empowering women and girls and equal access and motivates them to opt for science. The theme of 2022 is "Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Water Unites Us".

45. When is the National Consumer Rights Day observed in India every year? [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-I) 12.08.2021 (Shift-I) S.S.C. Online MTS (T-I) 11.10.2021 (Shift-III)]

(a) 24 December
(b) 24 November
(c) 2 October
(d) 13 March

Correct Answer: (a) 24 December

Solution:Every Year 24th December is observed as National Consumer Rights Day with a specific theme in India. On this day the Consumer Protection Act, 1986 had received the assent of the president. The enactment of this Act is considered as a historic milestone in the consumer movement in the country.

46. When is the Martyr's Day observed in India every year? [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-I) 15.04.2021 (Shift-I)]

(a) 12 March
(b) 25 October
(c) 30 January
(d) 19 September

Correct Answer: (c) 30 January

Solution:Martyrs' Day is observed on 30th January to mark the death anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, popularly known as Mahatma Gandhi ji.

47. When is World Nature Conservation Day observed? [S.S.C. Online MTS (T-I) 27.10.2021 (Shift-I)]

(a) 30ᵗʰ May
(b) 5ᵗʰ August
(c) 12ᵗʰ July
(d) 28ᵗʰ July

Correct Answer: (d) 28ᵗʰ July

Solution:World Nature Conservation Day is celebrated every year on 28 July.

48. When is National Handloom Day celebrated? [S.S.C. Online MTS (T-I) 27.10.2021 (Shift-I)]

(a) 18ᵗʰ November
(b) 15ᵗʰ September
(c) 23ʳᵈ August
(d) 7ᵗʰ August

Correct Answer: (d) 7ᵗʰ August

Solution:National Handloom Day is celebrated on 7 August. For the first time, this day was celebrated by the Government of India in the year 2015.