Important Days & Themes — Part 2: 40 MCQs with Explanations
40 exam-level important days & themes MCQs with answers and explanations for PPSC, FPSC, CSS preparation.
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Q1 of 40
What is the theme of 2021 International Women’s Day?
Correct Answer: Option B — Choose to Challenge
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Choose to Challenge is the correct answer to “What is the theme of 2021 International Women’s Day”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q2 of 40
Pakistan observed_______ anniversary of Terror attack on shrine of Lal shahbaz Qalandar on 16 February 2021
Correct Answer: Option A — 4th
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Pakistan observed 4th anniversary of Terror attack on shrine of Lal shahbaz Qalandar on 16 February 2021.
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Q3 of 40
Pakistan and China virtually celebrated their ___________ anniversary of diplomatic ties on 2nd March 2021:
Correct Answer: Option B — 70th
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Pakistan and China virtually celebrated their 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties on 2nd March 2021:.
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Q4 of 40
What was the theme of the International Day of Human Fraternity 2021?
Correct Answer: Option D — Pathway to the Future
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Pathway to the Future is the correct answer to “What was the theme of the International Day of Human Fraternity 2021”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q5 of 40
India celebrated which of the following day on 26th January 2021?
Correct Answer: Option D — Republic Day
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Republic Day is the correct answer to “India celebrated which of the following day on 26th January 2021”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q6 of 40
Renowned philanthropist and humanitarian _________ has been selected as the ‘Person of the Decade’ by international web-based organization Impact Hallmarks.
Correct Answer: Option A — Belquis Edhi
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Renowned philanthropist and humanitarian Belquis Edhi has been selected as the ‘Person of the Decade’ by international web-based organization Impact Hallmarks.
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Q7 of 40
The first full moon in 2021, also known as the _______, was observed worldwide.
Correct Answer: Option C — Wolf Moon
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The first full moon in 2021, also known as the Wolf Moon , was observed worldwide.
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Q8 of 40
What is the theme of the World Cancer Day 2021?
Correct Answer: Option C — I am and I will
Detailed Academic Explanation:
I am and I will is the correct answer to “What is the theme of the World Cancer Day 2021”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q9 of 40
The theme of Human Rights Day 2020 is_________?
Correct Answer: Option B — “Recover Better – Stand Up for Human Rights”.
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The theme of Human Rights Day 2020 is “Recover Better – Stand Up for Human Rights”. .
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Q10 of 40
Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s _________ birth anniversary was observed on 25 December 2020?
Correct Answer: Option D — 144th
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s 144th birth anniversary was observed on 25 December 2020.
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Q11 of 40
Which country celebrated it’s 49th national day on 16 December 2020?
Correct Answer: Option A — Bahrain
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Bahrain is the correct answer to “Which country celebrated it’s 49th national day on 16 December 2020”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q12 of 40
Pakistan observed ________ anniversary of APS Peshawar tragedy on 16 December 2020.
Correct Answer: Option C — 6th
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Pakistan observed 6th anniversary of APS Peshawar tragedy on 16 December 2020.
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Q13 of 40
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) observed _________ Youm-e-Tasees of the party on 30th November 2020?
Correct Answer: Option B — 53rd
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) observed 53rd Youm-e-Tasees of the party on 30th November 2020.
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Q14 of 40
On which day of November of the leap year the US Presidential elections are conducted?
Correct Answer: Option A — Tuesday
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Tuesday is the correct answer to “On which day of November of the leap year the US Presidential elections are conducted”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q15 of 40
Bangladesh and __________ navies launched the ‘Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Bangladesh 2020’ to expand relationships and broaden maritime awareness between the two countries?
Correct Answer: Option B — US navies
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Bangladesh and US navies navies launched the ‘Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Bangladesh 2020’ to expand relationships and broaden maritime awareness between the two countries.
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Q16 of 40
When is the International Day of the Girl Child Observed?
Correct Answer: Option B — 11 OCTOBER
Detailed Academic Explanation:
11 OCTOBER is the correct answer to “When is the International Day of the Girl Child Observed”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q17 of 40
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Announced that the 1st International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste will be observed on _________ 2020?
Correct Answer: Option A — 29th September
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Announced that the 1st International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste will be observed on 29th September 2020.
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Q18 of 40
When was Mother Teresa’s 110th birth anniversary observed?
Correct Answer: Option A — August 26th 2020
Detailed Academic Explanation:
August 26th 2020 is the correct answer to “When was Mother Teresa’s 110th birth anniversary observed”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q19 of 40
PM Imran Khan announced; __________ will be celebrated as the Tiger Force Day?
Correct Answer: Option C — August 9
Detailed Academic Explanation:
PM Imran Khan announced; August 9 will be celebrated as the Tiger Force Day.
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Q20 of 40
“Tiger Force Day” was celebrated on ___________?
Correct Answer: Option C — 9th August 2020
Detailed Academic Explanation:
“Tiger Force Day” was celebrated on 9th August 2020 .
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Q21 of 40
Pakistan observed ‘Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir’ (Day of Exploitation in occupied Kashmir) on____________?
Correct Answer: Option B — 5th August
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Pakistan observed ‘Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir’ (Day of Exploitation in occupied Kashmir) on 5th August .
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Q22 of 40
What is the theme of International Day in Support of Victims of Torture for year 2020?
Correct Answer: Option C — Torture: a crime against humanity
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Torture: a crime against humanity is the correct answer to “What is the theme of International Day in Support of Victims of Torture for year 2020”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q23 of 40
The theme of the World Day Against Child Labour (WDACL) 2020 was ______?
Correct Answer: Option D — “protect children more than ever from COVID-19″
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The theme of the World Day Against Child Labour (WDACL) 2020 was “protect children more than ever from COVID-19″ .
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Q24 of 40
Which state of USA has repealed a decade old law to unveil police discipline records?
Correct Answer: Option C — New York
Detailed Academic Explanation:
New York is the correct answer to “Which state of USA has repealed a decade old law to unveil police discipline records”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q25 of 40
What is the theme of ‘International Day of Family Remittances’ 2020?
Correct Answer: Option C — Remittances are a lifeline
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Remittances are a lifeline is the correct answer to “What is the theme of ‘International Day of Family Remittances’ 2020”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q26 of 40
When was Global day of Parents celebrated annually?
Correct Answer: Option C — June 1
Detailed Academic Explanation:
June 1 is the correct answer to “When was Global day of Parents celebrated annually”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q27 of 40
What was the theme of World Environment Day 2020?
Correct Answer: Option C — Biodiversity
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Biodiversity is the correct answer to “What was the theme of World Environment Day 2020”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q28 of 40
On 14 June 2020, the __________ birthday anniversary of Donald trump was celebrated?
Correct Answer: Option A — 74th
Detailed Academic Explanation:
On 14 June 2020, the 74th birthday anniversary of Donald trump was celebrated.
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Q29 of 40
The birth rate of which country fell to the lowest, since the founding of the country seven decades ago?
Correct Answer: Option C — China
Detailed Academic Explanation:
China is the correct answer to “The birth rate of which country fell to the lowest, since the founding of the country seven decades ago”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q30 of 40
Thr International Astronomy Day is celebrated twice in each year on__________?
Correct Answer: Option D — May 2,and Sept 26
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Thr International Astronomy Day is celebrated twice in each year on May 2,and Sept 26 .
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Q31 of 40
When was International Day for Biological Diversity observed?
Correct Answer: Option C — May 22nd
Detailed Academic Explanation:
May 22nd is the correct answer to “When was International Day for Biological Diversity observed”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q32 of 40
‘World Tuna Day’ is observed on May 3, 2020. Tuna belongs to which species?
Correct Answer: Option A — Fish
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Fish is the correct answer to “‘World Tuna Day’ is observed on May 3, 2020. Tuna belongs to which species”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q33 of 40
On May 12,2020 International Nurses Day was celebrated around the world. The 2020 International Day marked the_________birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale?
Correct Answer: Option A — 200th
Detailed Academic Explanation:
On May 12,2020 International Nurses Day was celebrated around the world. The 2020 International Day marked the 200th birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale.
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Q34 of 40
On April 21,2020, ________death anniversy of Allama Iqbal was observed?
Correct Answer: Option D — 82nd
Detailed Academic Explanation:
On April 21,2020, 82nd death anniversy of Allama Iqbal was observed.
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Q35 of 40
Which decade is announced as international decade for people of African Descent?
Correct Answer: Option C — 2015-2024
Detailed Academic Explanation:
2015-2024 is the correct answer to “Which decade is announced as international decade for people of African Descent”. Items of this type are drawn from the Important Days & Themes — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q36 of 40
BREXIT Day Celebrated On___________?
Correct Answer: Option B — 31st January 2020
Detailed Academic Explanation:
BREXIT Day Celebrated On 31st January 2020 .
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Q37 of 40
International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste will be annually observed on_________?
Correct Answer: Option C — 29 September
Detailed Academic Explanation:
International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste will be annually observed on 29 September .
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Q38 of 40
As new day, “International Tea Day” will be annually observed on___________?
Correct Answer: Option C — 21 May
Detailed Academic Explanation:
As new day, “International Tea Day” will be annually observed on 21 May .
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Q39 of 40
Two new International days to be observed in 2020 by UN are_________?
Correct Answer: Option B — International Tea Day & International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Two new International days to be observed in 2020 by UN are International Tea Day & International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste .
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Q40 of 40
On 25 December 2019 the ________ birthday of Quaid-e-Azam was celebrated?
Correct Answer: Option B — 143rd
Detailed Academic Explanation:
On 25 December 2019 the 143rd birthday of Quaid-e-Azam was celebrated.
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