Epoch Days Quiz

Fill in the blank: World Environment Day, celebrated on _________, focuses on raising awareness about the importance of protecting the environment.

1. May 5th
2. June 4th
3. July 5th
4. June 5th

Answer: (d) June 5th

Consider the following statements: 1. Human Rights Day is observed on December 10th each year to honour the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. 2. Human Rights Day is celebrated on the last day of the year. Which is true?

1. Only 2 is correct
2. Only 1 is correct
3. Both are correct
4. Both are incorrect

Answer: (b) Only 1 is correct

International Women's Day, observed on March 8, promotes gender equality. What is the theme for IWD 2025?

1. Gender Equality Now
2. Choose to Challenge
3. For All Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.
4. Invest in women: accelerate progress

Answer: (c) For All Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.

The International Day of Education is celebrated on January 24. What is the theme for 2025?

1. AI and education: Preserving human agency in a world of automation
2. Learning for Lasting Peace
3. The Right to Education for All
4. Equal Access to Education Worldwide

Answer: (a) AI and education: Preserving human agency in a world of automation

Which date marks the International Day of Friendship, celebrated worldwide to promote friendship between individuals, countries, and cultures?

1. July 30
2. August 15
3. September 21
4. December 10

Answer: (a) July 30

Consider the following statements: 1. World Peace Day is celebrated every year on September 21st. 2. The United Nations calls for a cessation of hostilities on this day. Which is true?

1. Only 1 is correct
2. Only 2 is correct
3. Both are correct
4. Both are incorrect

Answer: (c) Both are correct

Fill in the blank: World Water Day is observed on ______ to raise awareness about freshwater use and conservation.

1. 22 April
2. 22 March
3. 23 December
4. 22 June

Answer: (b) 22 March

International Day of the Girl Child, celebrated on October 11, focuses on empowering girls. What was the theme for 2024?

1. Empowering Girls through Education
2. Gender Equality and Education
3. Girls vision for the future
4. A Brighter Future for Girls

Answer: (c) Girls vision for the future

Fill in the blank: International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is celebrated on ____________.

1. 21 June
2. 1 December
3. 22 April
4. 21 March

Answer: (d) 21 March

Fill in the blank: International Day of Women and Girls in Science is observed every year on ______.

1. 8 March
2. 11 February
3. 28 February
4. 5 October

Answer: (b) 11 February