Current Affairs - Important Days

The International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People is observed every year on November 29. Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1977, the day emphasizes the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people and promotes international support for peace. This date is symbolic, marking the anniversary of the 1947 UN Partition Plan for Palestine (Resolution 181), which proposed separate Arab and Jewish states. The day serves as a reminder of the global community's responsibility to uphold justice, human rights, and international law for the Palestinian people.

Aviation Safety Awareness Week 2024 is observed from November 25 to 29, emphasizing the Airports Authority of India's (AAI) commitment to safety across all aspects of aviation. Under AAI Chairman Vipin Kumar's leadership, the initiative promotes a strong culture of safety at airports and in Air Navigation Services (ANS), aligning with global standards. Aviation safety ensures the well-being of passengers and personnel, with practices like stringent quality control, advanced technologies, and coordinated efforts among industry stakeholders.

Constitution Day, or Samvidhan Diwas, is celebrated annually in India on November 26, commemorating the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1949. This day honours the values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity, which are foundational to India's democracy. In 2024, India marks the 75th Constitution Day, reflecting on its transformative journey as a republic. Instituted formally in 2015 to coincide with Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s 125th birth anniversary, the day recognizes the efforts of the Constituent Assembly and reinforces citizens' commitment to upholding constitutional ideals.

National Milk Day is celebrated annually on November 26 in India to honour Dr. Verghese Kurien, the Father of the White Revolution, on his birth anniversary. This day recognizes his pivotal role in transforming India into the largest milk producer in the world through initiatives like Operation Flood. It also celebrates the contributions of the dairy industry and its role in improving rural livelihoods, nutritional standards, and economic development across the country.

November 25 is marked annually as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. It was officially designated by the United Nations 25 years ago and aims to raise awareness about gender-based violence, a prevalent human rights violation. The date honours the Mirabal sisters, political activists from the Dominican Republic who were murdered on November 25, 1960, under Rafael Trujillo's regime. Observances include global campaigns such as the 16 Days of Activism, advocating for policy reforms and public engagement to combat violence against women.