General Awareness Quiz for Bank Mains Exams 2023-02nd May

Q1. Which of the day is celebrated as National Civil Service Day to recognize and appreciate the vital role played by civil servants in the advancement and betterment of the nation?
(a) April 18
(b) April 20
(c) April 22
(d) April 21
(e) None of the above

Q2. The theme of Earth Day 2023 is ‘Invest in our Planet,’ with a clear motto of ‘everyone accounted for, everyone accountable.’ On which day Earth Day is celebrated?
(a) 21 April
(b) 19 April
(c) 22 April
(d) 18 April
(e) None of the above

Q3. World Creativity and Innovation Day is celebrated annually on which day to raise awareness about the crucial role that innovation and creativity play in human development?
(a) April 18
(b) April 19
(c) April 22
(d) April 21
(e) None of the above

Q4. On which day people across the globe observe Save the Elephant Day to promote awareness of the issues faced by elephants and inspire efforts to protect these majestic animals?
(a) 22 April
(b) 8 April
(c) 29 April
(d) 16 April
(e) None of the above

Q5. World Hemophilia Day is celebrated every year on which day to honor the birth anniversary of Frank Schnabel, who established the World Federation of Hemophilia?
(a) April 17th
(b) April 6th
(c) April 11th
(d) April 30th
(e) None of the above

Q6. World Immunization Week is celebrated to highlight the collective action needed to protect people from vaccine-preventable diseases. World Immunization Week observed from _______ to _______ April every year.
(a) 22, 28
(b) 20, 24
(c) 24, 30
(d) 18, 24
(e) None of the above

Q7. World Water Day is observed on which of the following day each year to emphasize the significance of water and to create awareness about the global water crisis?
(a) March 19
(b) March 22
(c) March 12
(d) March 7
(e) None of the above

Q8. India celebrates which of the day as National Panchayati Raj Day to celebrate people’s participation in the saturation of people-centric schemes?
(a) 26 April
(b) 27 April
(c) 24 April
(d) 28 April
(e) None of the above

Q9. The International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace is celebrated on which day to promote the principles of multilateralism and diplomacy in resolving global challenges and conflicts?
(a) 28 April
(b) 26 April
(c) 27 April
(d) 24 April
(e) None of the above

Q10. On which day the World Heritage Day or International Day for Monuments and Sites is observed to raise awareness of the significance of safeguarding cultural heritage?
(a) 22 April
(b) 18 April
(c) 5 April
(d) 10 April
(e) None of the above

Solutions

S1. Ans(d)
Sol. In India, April 21 is celebrated as National Civil Service Day, to recognize and appreciate the vital role played by civil servants in the advancement and betterment of the nation.
The prime minister of the country presents awards of excellence on this occasion, to encourage civil servants to continue their efforts towards serving the public effectively.
S2. Ans (c)
Sol. Earth Day is observed on April 22 each year. The purpose of the day is to raise awareness of the rapidly-rising levels of pollution, climate change, and other circumstances that contribute to damaging the environment and threaten the survival of our planet.
S3. Ans(d)
Sol. World Creativity and Innovation Day is celebrated annually on April 21 to raise awareness about the crucial role that innovation and creativity play in human development.
The history and significance of this day revolve around recognizing the value of creativity and innovation in improving the quality of life, fostering economic growth, and addressing global challenges.
S4.Ans (d)
Sol. On April 16th each year, people across the globe observe Save the Elephant Day, which aims to promote awareness of the issues faced by elephants and inspire efforts to protect these majestic animals.
This day provides an opportunity to highlight the significance of elephants, the challenges they encounter, and the actions that can be taken to safeguard their existence.

S5. Ans(a)
Sol. World Hemophilia Day is celebrated every year on April 17th to honor the birth anniversary of Frank Schnabel, who established the World Federation of Hemophilia.
The purpose of this day is to raise awareness and provide information about hemophilia and other bleeding disorders.

S6. Ans(c)
Sol. World Immunization Week 2023 observed on 24th to 30th April.

World Immunization Week, celebrated in the last week of April, aims to highlight the collective action needed to protect people from vaccine-preventable diseases.

S7. Ans(b)
Sol. World Water Day is observed on March 22 each year to emphasize the significance of water and to create awareness about the global water crisis.

S8. Ans(c)
Sol. The Government of India, in collaboration with the Government of Madhya Pradesh, will commemorate National Panchayati Raj Day on April 24, 2023, at Rewa in Madhya Pradesh. The event is part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM) – Samaaveshi Vikaas (Inclusive Development) campaign, which aims to celebrate people’s participation in the saturation of people-centric schemes.

S9. Ans(d)
Sol. The International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace is celebrated annually on 24 April. The Day acknowledges the use of multilateral decision making and diplomacy in achieving peaceful resolutions to conflicts among nations.
S10. Ans(b)
Sol. April 18th marks the observance of World Heritage Day, also referred to as International Day for Monuments and Sites.
The primary objective of this day is to raise awareness of the significance of safeguarding cultural heritage, including historical structures, landmarks, and archaeological locations, and to celebrate the variety of global heritage.