Important Days and Dates 2026, National & International Days

1. Yoga Mahotsav–2026 was organised to mark the countdown to which global event?

  1. World Health Day
  2. International Day of Yoga 2026
  3. International Meditation Day
  4. Global Wellness Summit
Answer: B) International Day of Yoga 2026

2. World Meteorological Day is observed every year on which date?

  1. 21 March
  2. 22 March
  3. 23 March
  4. 24 March
Answer: C) 23 March

Explanation: World Meteorological Day is observed every year on 23 March to mark the establishment of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on 23 March 1950. The day highlights the importance of weather, climate, and water services in protecting lives and property.

3. World Health Day is observed every year on which date?

  1. 24 October
  2. 5 June
  3. 1 December
  4. 7 April
Answer: D) 7 April

4. The nation observed the 107th anniversary of which historical event in April 2026?

  1. Jallianwala Bagh Massacre
  2. Quit India Movement
  3. Dandi March
  4. Non-Cooperation Movement
Answer: A) Jallianwala Bagh Massacre

5. Civil Services Day in India is observed every year on:

  1. 15 August
  2. 21 April
  3. 26 January
  4. 2 October
Answer: B) 21 April

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6. The 18th Civil Services Day in 2026 marks the importance of:

  1. Judicial reforms
  2. Military achievements
  3. Civil servants role in governance
  4. Trade policies
Answer: C) Civil servants role in governance

7. Adi Shankaracharya Jayanti is observed on which lunar day?

  1. Amavasya of Kartik month
  2. Krishna Paksha Ashtami of Shravan
  3. Purnima of Magha
  4. Shukla Paksha Panchami of Vaishakha
Answer: D) Shukla Paksha Panchami of Vaishakha

8. When is Earth Day 2026 observed worldwide?

  1. March 21
  2. April 22
  3. April 7
  4. June 5
Answer: B) April 22

9. National Maritime Day in India commemorates which of the following events?

  1. Voyage of SS Loyalty in 1919
  2. Launch of INS Vikrant
  3. First naval war victory
  4. Establishment of Indian Navy
Answer: A) Voyage of SS Loyalty in 1919

10. Bihar Diwas 2026 celebrations in the United States were held at the Consulate General of India in which city?

  1. Washington D.C.
  2. Chicago
  3. New York
  4. San Francisco
Answer: C) New York

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Last updated on April 23, 2026 by Priyanka Deshmukh

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