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In Class 10 General Knowledge, under the Indian History chapter, Important Dates in Indian History helps students connect major historical events with their years. It covers key milestones such as Alexander’s invasion, the beginnings of important eras and dynasties, medieval invasions, Vasco da Gama’s arrival, and significant battles including the First Battle of Panipat.
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Ambedkar Jayanti is observed every year on 14 April, the birth anniversary of Dr B. R. Ambedkar. 6 December marks his Mahaparinirvan Diwas, so it is not the correct answer here. Exam tip: Remember 14 April for Ambedkar Jayanti and 6 December for Mahaparinirvan Diwas.
Mahaparinirvan Diwas is observed every year on 6 December, the death anniversary of Dr B. R. Ambedkar, who died on 6 December 1956. 14 April is his birth anniversary, while 26 November is associated with Constitution Day. Exam tip: Remember Ambedkar Jayanti—14 April; Mahaparinirvan Diwas—6 December.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was born on 31 October 1875. His birth anniversary is observed in India as National Unity Day, so 31 October is correct. In contrast, 2 October is associated with the birth anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri. Exam tip: Remember Sardar Patel with the integration of princely states and National Unity Day.
Partition Horrors Remembrance Day is observed in India every year on 14 August. It commemorates the violence, displacement, and suffering associated with the Partition of India in 1947. Although 15 August is the adjacent date, it is observed as Independence Day, not this remembrance day. Exam tip: remember 14 August for Partition Horrors Remembrance Day and 15 August for Independence Day.
Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas is observed on 25 June. It is linked to the anniversary of the Emergency imposed in 1975, which had a major impact on civil liberties and democratic institutions. 26 November is Constitution Day, so it is a close but incorrect option. Exam tip: associate 25 June with the Emergency of 1975.
In India, National Doctors' Day is observed on 1 July. The date is associated with the birth and death anniversary of Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, a renowned physician and former Chief Minister of West Bengal. 5 September is Teachers' Day, so it is a plausible but incorrect distractor. Exam tip: Remember 1 July with Dr B. C. Roy and National Doctors' Day.
National Broadcasting Day in India is observed on 23 July. On this date in 1927, the Indian Broadcasting Company began radio broadcasting from Bombay, marking an important milestone in the history of organised radio broadcasting in India. 7 August is associated with National Handloom Day, not Broadcasting Day. Exam tip: Remember 23 July as the date linked to the beginning of Indian radio broadcasting.
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is observed annually on 9 January. The date commemorates Mahatma Gandhi’s return to India from South Africa on 9 January 1915. In contrast, 12 January is associated with Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary and National Youth Day. Exam tip: remember 9 January as both Gandhi’s return to India and Pravasi Bharatiya Divas.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Foundation Day is observed on 15 January because the department was established on 15 January 1875. Although 14 and 16 January are nearby dates, neither is the foundation date. Exam tip: remember IMD with 15 January and the year 1875.
Parakram Diwas is observed every year on 23 January, the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, who was born on 23 January 1897. Therefore, option B is correct. While 30 January is associated with Martyrs’ Day in remembrance of Mahatma Gandhi, 15 August is Independence Day. Exam tip: Remember 23 January as both Netaji’s birth anniversary and Parakram Diwas.
In India, National Anti-Leprosy Day is observed every year on 30 January. The date is also the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, who emphasised service to people affected by leprosy and ending discrimination against them. 25 January is National Voters' Day, making it a close but incorrect option. Exam tip: remember national observances by linking them with related personalities or historical dates.
Central Excise Day is observed in India on 24 February. It is associated with the coming into force of the Central Excise and Salt Act, 1944. 28 February is National Science Day, making it a plausible but incorrect distractor. Exam tip: remember national observances along with the related Act or event.
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) was raised on 10 March 1969; therefore, its Raising Day is observed on 10 March every year. 21 October is associated with Police Commemoration Day, not CISF Raising Day. Exam tip: Remember CISF with the security of industrial establishments, airports, and vital government assets.
Ordnance Factories Day in India is observed on 18 March. The date commemorates the establishment of the first ordnance factory at Cossipore (Calcutta) on 18 March 1801. 21 April is associated with Civil Services Day, so it is not correct here. Exam tip: remember national observances along with the institution or historical event linked to them.
Utkal Divas is observed every year on 1 April. On this date in 1936, Odisha was established as a separate province. 14 April is associated with Dr B. R. Ambedkar's birth anniversary, so it is not correct here. Exam tip: Remember 1 April as Odisha Day, or Utkal Divas.
National Fire Service Day is observed in India on 14 April. It commemorates fire service personnel who lost their lives during the 1944 Bombay Dock explosion and promotes fire-safety awareness. 21 April is Civil Services Day, so it is not correct here. Exam tip: Remember 14 April as National Fire Service Day.
National Civil Services Day is observed in India every year on 21 April. The date is associated with Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's address to administrative service officers on 21 April 1947. 24 April is National Panchayati Raj Day, so it is a close but incorrect option. Exam tip: remember 21 April for Civil Services Day and 24 April for Panchayati Raj Day.
In India, International Labour Day is observed every year on 1 May. It highlights workers’ rights, fair working conditions, and the importance of labour movements. 21 May is National Anti-Terrorism Day, so it is not the correct answer here. Exam tip: Remember 1 May as May Day or International Labour Day.
Maharashtra Day and Gujarat Day are observed every year on 1 May. On 1 May 1960, the former Bombay State was divided on linguistic lines to form Maharashtra and Gujarat. 15 August marks Independence Day, not the formation of these states. Exam tip: Remember 1 May as the foundation day of both states.
Goa Statehood Day is observed on 30 May because Goa became the 25th state of India on 30 May 1987. Do not confuse it with Goa Liberation Day, which is observed on 19 December. Exam tip: remember the link—Goa, 30 May 1987, 25th state.
Telangana Formation Day is observed every year on 2 June. On this date in 2014, Telangana came into existence as the 29th state of India. 21 June is associated with International Yoga Day, not the formation of Telangana. Exam tip: Memorise state formation days along with their formation years.
National Chartered Accountants Day in India is observed on 1 July. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) was established on this date in 1949. In contrast, 14 September is observed as Hindi Diwas. Exam tip: remember CA Day through ICAI's foundation date—1 July.
Income Tax Day is observed in India every year on 24 July. The date commemorates 24 July 1860, when James Wilson introduced income tax in India for the first time. 1 July is not Income Tax Day and should not be confused with other administrative or financial observances. Exam tip: For national observances, learn the date along with the related historical event.
On 22 July 1947, the Constituent Assembly adopted the tricolour as India’s National Flag. Therefore, National Flag Day is associated with this date. 15 August is Independence Day, whereas 26 January is Republic Day. Exam tip: Do not confuse the date of adoption of the National Flag with Independence Day.
In India, Engineers' Day is observed every year on 15 September to mark the birth anniversary of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya. He was a renowned Indian engineer and a Bharat Ratna awardee. 14 September is associated with Hindi Diwas, so it is a close but incorrect distractor. Exam tip: remember Engineers' Day with Visvesvaraya's birthday—15 September.
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