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SSC CHSL 2024 PYQ — Question 33

SSC CHSL - 09 July 2024 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q33

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Which of the following date is observed as a national festival?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 2 October.

  • 2 October is observed as a national festival in India to commemorate the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation. Known as Gandhi Jayanti, this day honors Gandhi’s contributions to
  • India’s independence movement through his principles of non-violence (ahimsa) and civil disobedience. It is celebrated with various events like prayers, tributes, and cultural programs across the country.
  • Additionally, 2 October is observed as the International Day of Non-Violence, promoting peace and non-violent methods for resolving conflicts globally.