When is the Indian Armed Forces Veterans Day observed annually?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 14 January.
- Armed Forces Veterans Day is observed on January 14 every year, since 2017.
- It is celebrated to honour the sacrifice of our veterans in serving the nation.
- Armed Forces Veterans Day was called Armistice Day when it was announced and this year, the nation will celebrate the 6th Armed Forces Veterans Day.
- Armed Forces Veterans Day recognises the services rendered by Field Marshal KM Cariappa OBE, the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Armed Forces.
- He retired on January 14 in 1953.