Scientific and Technological Days
GK Section – Innovation, Research & Space Awareness
Introduction to Scientific & Technological Days
Science and Technology Days are celebrated worldwide to recognize innovation, scientific achievements, and human progress. These dates are commonly asked in GK exams to test awareness of scientific milestones and organizations like ISRO, UNESCO, and ITU.
Memory Trick: "Science Sparks, Tele Talks, Weather Watches, Space Shines."
Major Scientific & Technological Days
National Science Day (India)
| Date | Theme | Organized By | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28th February | Celebrates discovery of the Raman Effect (1928) by Sir C.V. Raman | Ministry of Science and Technology | To spread awareness about scientific spirit, innovation, and research culture |
Memory Trick: "28 Feb – Raman's Ray Day!"
Quick Fact: C.V. Raman received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930 for the Raman Effect — scattering of light through molecules.
World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD)
| Date | Theme | Organized By | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17th May | Digital Innovation for Sustainable Development (2024) | International Telecommunication Union (ITU) | To raise awareness about the role of telecommunication, internet, and digital communication in global development |
Memory Trick: "Tele = Talk → 17th May = World Talks Day."
Quick Fact: India celebrates National Technology Day (11th May) around the same time — both mark scientific empowerment.
World Meteorological Day
| Date | Theme | Organized By | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23rd March | At the Frontline of Climate Action (2024) | World Meteorological Organization (WMO) | To highlight the importance of weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and disaster preparedness |
Memory Trick: "23rd March – Clouds Connect the World."
Quick Fact: WMO's headquarters are located in Geneva, Switzerland.
World Space Week (Global)
| Date | Theme | Organized By | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4th – 10th October | Space and Climate Change (2024) | United Nations / UN Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) | To celebrate the contributions of space science and technology to human progress |
Memory Trick: "October 4–10 → From Sputnik to Space Treaties."
Quick Fact: ISRO also celebrates Space Week in India, showcasing Chandrayaan, Mangalyaan, and Gaganyaan missions.
Summary Table – Scientific & Technological Days at a Glance
| Day / Event | Date | Organized By | Purpose / Theme |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Science Day | 28th February | Ministry of Science & Technology (India) | To honor discovery of Raman Effect by C.V. Raman |
| World Telecommunication Day | 17th May | International Telecommunication Union (ITU) | Promotes digital communication and IT awareness |
| World Meteorological Day | 23rd March | World Meteorological Organization (WMO) | Promotes climate and weather awareness |
| World Space Week | 4th–10th October | United Nations / UNOOSA | Celebrates achievements in space science |
Memory Trick: "Feb–Mar–May–Oct = Science–Weather–Telecom–Space."
PYQs (Delhi Police, SSC & State Exams)
National Science Day in India is celebrated on —
A) 11th May B) 28th February C) 23rd March D) 17th May
Show Answer
B) 28th February
World Telecommunication and Information Society Day is observed on —
A) 11th May B) 4th October C) 17th May D) 28th February
Show Answer
C) 17th May
The discovery of the Raman Effect is celebrated on —
A) National Science Day B) World Environment Day C) National Technology Day D) World Meteorological Day
Show Answer
A) National Science Day
World Meteorological Day marks the establishment of —
A) UNESCO B) WMO C) WHO D) UNDP
Show Answer
B) WMO (World Meteorological Organization)
World Space Week is observed from —
A) 1st–7th April B) 4th–10th October C) 11th–17th May D) 14th–20th July
Show Answer
B) 4th–10th October
The World Space Week celebrates —
A) The discovery of Earth's orbit B) The launch of Sputnik-1 and the Outer Space Treaty C) The first manned Moon mission D) The establishment of ISRO
Show Answer
B) The launch of Sputnik-1 and the Outer Space Treaty
The headquarters of the World Meteorological Organization is located in —
A) New York B) Paris C) Geneva D) London
Show Answer
C) Geneva
Quick Revision – One Line Memory
| Date | Event | Hint |
|---|---|---|
| 28 Feb | National Science Day | Raman Effect discovery |
| 23 Mar | World Meteorological Day | WMO & Climate Awareness |
| 17 May | World Telecommunication Day | ITU & Digital Development |
| 4–10 Oct | World Space Week | From Sputnik to Space Treaty |
Mnemonic: "Science in Feb, Weather in Mar, Telecom in May, Space in Oct."
Final Concept Recap
- 28 Feb – National Science Day → Discovery of Raman Effect
- 23 Mar – World Meteorological Day → Weather & climate awareness
- 17 May – Telecommunication Day → ITU founding anniversary
- 4–10 Oct – World Space Week → Space science celebration
One-Line Memory: "Science studies matter, Telecom connects minds, Weather guards life, and Space expands knowledge."
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