Important Dates and Events

Important Dates and Events refers to a collection of significant historical, cultural, political, and social milestones that have shaped nations and societies over time.

This topic includes key anniversaries, revolutionary moments, landmark achievements, and notable happenings that are crucial for understanding the timeline of history and current affairs.

MCQ Quiz

India gained independence on which date?

  • 15 August 1947
  • 15 August 1947
  • 26 January 1950
  • 2 October 1947

India gained independence from British rule on 15 August 1947.

Which date is celebrated as Republic Day in India?

  • 15 August
  • 26 January
  • 2 October
  • 14 November

Republic Day is celebrated on 26 January, marking the adoption of the Constitution of India in 1950.

Which date is observed as Gandhi Jayanti?

  • 2 October
  • 15 August
  • 26 January
  • 14 November

Gandhi Jayanti is observed on 2 October, commemorating the birth of Mahatma Gandhi.

The first session of the Indian National Congress was held in which year?

  • 1885
  • 1905
  • 1919
  • 1930

The first session of the Indian National Congress was held in 1885 in Bombay.

When did the Jallianwala Bagh massacre occur?

  • 15 August 1947
  • 10 April 1919
  • 13 April 1919
  • 26 January 1950

The Jallianwala Bagh massacre occurred on 13 April 1919, where British troops killed hundreds of unarmed Indian protesters.

Which year did India become a republic?

  • 1947
  • 1950
  • 1952
  • 1962

India became a republic on 26 January 1950, when the Constitution came into effect.

When did the Quit India Movement start?

  • 8 August 1942
  • 15 August 1947
  • 26 January 1930
  • 1 January 1940

The Quit India Movement started on 8 August 1942, demanding an end to British rule in India.

Which date marks the beginning of the Civil Disobedience Movement?

  • 26 January 1947
  • 12 March 1930
  • 15 August 1947
  • 15 August 1942

The Civil Disobedience Movement began on 12 March 1930 with Gandhi's Dandi March.

Which year was the First World War fought?

  • 1912-1914
  • 1914-1918
  • 1939-1945
  • 1945-1950

The First World War was fought from 1914 to 1918.

Which date is known as Black Day in India, marking the Emergency?

  • 25 June 1975
  • 15 August 1947
  • 2 October 1962
  • 26 January 1950

25 June 1975 is remembered as Black Day in India as it marks the declaration of Emergency.

Which date marks the signing of the Treaty of Lahore?

  • 26 January 1846
  • 9 March 1846
  • 15 August 1857
  • 1 January 1947

The Treaty of Lahore was signed on 9 March 1846, marking the end of the First Anglo-Sikh War.

When was the first Lok Sabha election held in India?

  • 1951-52
  • 1956
  • 1962
  • 1967

The first Lok Sabha election in India was held between 1951 and 1952.

Which date marks the signing of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1947-48 ceasefire?

  • 1 January 1949
  • 15 August 1947
  • 26 January 1950
  • 1 October 1950

The ceasefire of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1947-48 was signed on 1 January 1949.

When was the Satyagraha movement started by Mahatma Gandhi?

  • 1905
  • 1915
  • 1917
  • 1930

Mahatma Gandhi started the Satyagraha movement in 1917 in Champaran to address the grievances of indigo farmers.

Which year did the partition of India take place?

  • 1947
  • 1945
  • 1950
  • 1952

The partition of India took place in 1947, leading to the creation of Pakistan.

Which date is known for the launch of the Green Revolution in India?

  • 26 January 1960
  • 15 August 1975
  • 1965
  • 2 October 1967

The Green Revolution in India started in 1965, aiming to increase food production.