ગુજરાતના ગૌરવવંતા ખેલાડીઓ

STATES AND CAPITALS

ભારતના પ્રમુખ શહેરોના ભૌગોલિક

Seven wonders

ઉપયોગી માપક સાધનો

જમીનના કદના માપનું કોષ્ટક

સામાન્ય જ્ઞાન

Day 23 June - International Olympic Day, United Nations Public Service Day, International Widow's Day

Day 23 June - International Olympic Day
The International Olympic Day is celebrated on 23rd June every year to make people aware of the importance of games in life. Olympic Day is much more than a sports event. It is a day for the world to get active.

Day 23 June - United Nations Public Service Day
This day is designated by the UN General Assembly to celebrate 23rd June as Public Service Day.  It highlights the contribution of public service in the development process, recognises the work of public servants and encourages young people to pursue careers in public sectors.

Day 23 June - International Widow's Day
International Widows Day (international) is observed on 23 June annually to raise awareness globally about the violation of human rights that widows suffer and faces in several countries following the death of their spouses.

Day 21 June Father's Day

Day 21 June Father's Day
Father’s Day is celebrated worldwide to recognize the contribution that fathers and father figures make to the lives of their children. This day celebrates fatherhood and male parenting. Although it is celebrated on a variety of dates worldwide, many countries observe this day on the third Sunday in June.

Day 21 June – International Yoga Day , World Music Day, World Hydrography Day, Summer Solstice

Day 21 June - World Music Day
Every year World Music Day is celebrated on 21 June to promote music on an international level and is a way to establish global harmony through the music.

Day 21 June - World Hydrography Day
World Hydrography Day is observed on 21 June every year to increase public awareness about hydrography science. Every year the International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO) and its international members celebrate this day. 2019 theme is 'hydrographic information driving marine knowledge'.

Day 21 June – International Yoga Day 
International Yoga day is celebrated across the globe on 21 June to raise awareness about yoga in life and to make people aware of the benefits through yoga. In India, International Yoga Day is celebrated by the Ministry of AYUSH.

Day 21 June - Summer Solstice

Summer Solstice is observed on 21, June. It is the longest day in India with the longest period of daylight.

Day 20 June - World Refugee Day (International)

Day 20 June - World Refugee Day (International)

This day is observed annually on 20 June to raise awareness about the struggles that refugee face around the world. World Refugee Day also marks a key moment for the public to show support for families forced to flee.

Day 18 June - Autistic Pride Day, International Picnic Day

Day 18 June - Autistic Pride Day
Every year it is observed on 18 June to represent diversity and infinite possibilities. This is a day for the patients suffering from autism to come together with their families or caregivers. A day to promote awareness, acceptance and autonomy.

Day 18 June - International Picnic Day
International Picnic Day is celebrated on 18 June every year. This is a day to enjoy in nature, with your near and dear ones.

Day 19 June - World Sickle Cell Awareness Day, World Sauntering Day

Day 19 June - World Sickle Cell Awareness Day
World Sickle Cell Awareness Day is held annually since 2008 to raise awareness about Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) and the struggle that the sufferers or a patient family face. This day was officially adopted by the General Assembly of the United Nation, to recognise SCD as a public health concern.

Day 19 June - World Sauntering Day
This day is observed annually to make people remind to slow down and enjoy life as possible instead of rushing always. This day also reminds us to take easy, take time to smell roses, take time to see nature that it is so beautiful, look at the sky and enjoy life.

Day 17 June - World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought (International)

Day 17 June - World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought (International)
Since 1995, this day is observed to spread awareness about international cooperation to combat desertification and the effects of drought. The United Nation General Assembly in 1994 declared 17 June as the "World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought". It is a unique occasion to remind people that desertification can be effectively tackled, solutions are possible and important is participation and cooperation at all levels.

Day 16 June - Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev

Day 16 June - Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev
The Mughal Emperor Jahangir ordered to be tortured and sentenced to death to the fifth Sikh Guru Arjan Dev on 16 June, 1606. Accordingly, on 16 June every year, the Sikhs commemorate the martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev.

Day 15 June - World Wind Day, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Day 15 June - World Wind Day
Every year World Wind day is observed on 15 June globally to promote clean energy. It is a day to discover wind energy, its power and the possibilities it holds to reshape our energy systems, decarbonise our economies and increase jobs and growth.

Day 15 June - World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
This day is celebrated every year on 15 June to raise voice for caring elders. Elder abuse is a global social issue which affects the Health and Human Rights of millions of older persons around the world. This day was officially recognised by the United Nations General Assembly and request with the world to prevent elder abuse.

Day 14 June - World Blood Donor Day

Day 14 June - World Blood Donor Day
World Blood Donor Day is observed on 14 June every year to raise awareness about the urgency of blood donations all over the world and to acknowledge and appreciate blood donors for their support

General Knowledge

General Knowledge

1. भगवान बुद्ध को ज्ञान की प्राप्ति कहाँ हुई थी? बोधगया
2. आर्य समाज की स्थापना किसने की ? स्वामी दयानंद ने
3. पंजाबी भाषा की लिपि कौनसी है ? गुरुमुखी
4. भारत की मुख्य भूमि का दक्षिणतम किनारा कौनसा है ? कन्याकुमारी
5. भारत में सबसे पहले सूर्य किस राज्य में निकलता है ? अरुणाचल प्रदेश
6. इंसुलिन का प्रयोग किस बीमारी के उपचार में होता है ? मधुमेह
7. बिहू किस राज्य का प्रसिद्ध त्योहार है ? असम
8. कौनसा विटामिन आंवले में प्रचुर मात्रा में मिलता है ? विटामिन C
9. भारत का प्रथम गवर्नर जनरल कौन था ? विलियम बैंटिक
10. कागज का आविष्कार किस देश में हुआ ? चीन
11. गौतम बुद्ध का बचपन का नाम क्या था ? सिद्धार्थ
12. भारत में सशस्त्र बलों का सर्वोच्च सेनापति कौन होता है ? राष्ट्रपति
13. रतौंधी किस विटामिन की कमी से होती है ? विटामिन A
14. पोंगल किस राज्य का त्योहार है ? तमिलनाडु
15. गिद्धा और भंगड़ा किस राज्य के लोक नृत्य हैं ? पंजाब
16. टेलीविजन का आविष्कार किसने किया ? जॉन लोगी बेयर्ड
17. भारत की पहली महिला शासिका कौन थी ? रजिया सुल्तान Quiz Questions
18. मछली किसकी सहायता से सांस लेती है ? गलफड़ों
19. ‘इंकलाब जिंदाबाद’ का नारा किसने दिया ? भगत सिंह ने
20. जलियांवाला बाग हत्याकांड कब व कहाँ हुआ ? 1919 ई. अमृतसर
21. 1939 ई. में कांग्रेस छोड़ने के बाद सुभाषचंद्र बोस ने किस दल की स्थापना की ? फॉरवर्ड ब्लॉक
22. ‘पंजाब केसरी’ किसे कहा जाता है ? लाला लाजपत राय
23. सांडर्स की हत्या किसने की थी ? भगत सिंह
24. 1857 ई. के विद्रोह में किसने अपना बलिदान सबसे पहले दिया ? मंगल पांडे
25. भारत की पहली महिला राज्यपाल कौन थी ? सरोजिनी नायडु
26. माउन्ट एवेरेस्ट पर दो बार चढ़ने वाली पहली महिला कौन थी ? संतोष यादव
27. ‘ब्रह्म समाज’ की स्थापना किसके द्वारा की गई ? राजा राममोहन राय
28. स्वामी दयानंद सरस्वती का मूल नाम क्या था ? मूलशंकर
29. ‘वेदों की ओर लोटों’ का नारा किसने दिया ? दयानंद सरस्वती
30. ‘रामकृष्ण मिशन’ की स्थापना किसने की ? स्वामी विवेकानंद
31. वास्कोडिगामा भारत कब आया ? 1498 ई.
32. वास्कोडिगामा कहाँ का रहने वाला था ? पुर्तगाल
33. हवा महल कहाँ स्थित है ? जयपुर
34. सिख धर्म का संस्थापक किस सिख गुरु को माना जाता है ? गुरु नानक
35. सिखों का प्रमुख त्यौहार कौन-सा है ? बैसाखी

36. ‘लौह पुरुष’ किस महापुरुष को कहा जाता है ? सरदार पटेल
37. नेताजी किस महापुरुष को कहा जाता है ? सुभाष चंद्र बोस
38. दिल्ली स्थित लाल बहादुर शास्त्री की समाधि का क्या नाम है ? विजय घाट
39. महाभारत के रचियता कौन हैं ? महर्षि वेदव्यास
40. अर्थशास्त्र नामक पुस्तक किसने लिखी ? चाणक्य (कौटिल्य)
41. ‘जय जवान, जय किसान’ का नारा किसने दिया ? लाल बहादुर शास्त्री
42. संविधान सभा का स्थाई अध्यक्ष कौन था ? डॉ. राजेन्द्र प्रसाद
43. संविधान सभा की प्रारूप समिति के अध्यक्ष कौन थे ? डॉ. भीमराव अंबेडकर
44. विश्व ‘रेडक्रास दिवस किस तारीख को मनाया जाता है? 8 मई
45. ‘सूर्योदय का देश के नाम से कौनसा देश प्रसिद्ध है? जापान
46. अन्तर्राष्ट्रीय महिला दिवस किस तिथि को मनाया जाता है? 8 मार्च
47. क्षेत्रफल की दृष्टि से भारत में सबसे छोटा राज्य कौन–सा है? गोवा
48. ओणम किस राज्य का प्रसिद्ध त्योहार है ? केरल
49. दिल्ली भारत की राजधानी कब बनी ? 1911
50. सबसे चमकीला ग्रह कौनसा है ? शुक्र
51. भारत का राष्ट्रीय पशु कौनसा है ? बाघ
52. भारत का राष्ट्रीय पक्षी कौनसा है ? मोर Quiz Questions
53. भारत का राष्ट्रीय जलीय जीव कौनसा है ? गंगा डॉलफिन
54. भारत का राष्ट्रीय फल कौनसा है ? आम
55. भारत का राष्ट्रीय फूल कौनसा है ? कमल
56. भारत का राष्ट्रीय पेड़ कौनसा है ? बरगद
57. भारत का राष्ट्रीय खेल कौनसा है ? हॉकी
58. भारत के राष्ट्रीय झंडे की लम्बाई और चौड़ाई में अनुपात कितना होता है ? 3:2
59. भारत का राष्ट्रगान किसने लिखा ? रवीन्द्रनाथ टैगोर
60. भारत का राष्ट्रगीत कौनसा है ? वंदेमातरम्
61. भारत का राष्ट्रगीत किसने लिखा है ? बंकिमचन्द्र चटर्जी
62. महात्मा गाँधी को राष्ट्रपिता सबसे पहले किसने कहा ? नेताजी सुभाष चन्द्र बोस ने
63. हमारा राष्ट्रीय पंचांग कौनसा है ? शक संवत्
64. राष्ट्रगान गाने की अवधि कितनी है ? 52 सेकंड
65. रेडियोऐक्टिवता की खोज किसने की थी? हेनरी बेकरल ने
66. पेस मेकर का सम्बन्ध शरीर के किस अंग से है? हृदय
67. मानव शरीर की किस ग्रन्थि को ‘मास्टर ग्रन्थि’ कहा जाता है? पियूष ग्रंथि
68. कार्बन का सर्वाधिक शुद्ध रूप कौनसा है? हीरा
69. एक्स-रे का आविष्कार किसने किया था? रांटजन
70. किस धातु का प्रयोग मानव द्वारा सबसे पहले किया गया? तांबा
71. अंतरिक्ष यात्री को बाह्य आकाश कैसा दिखायी पड़ता है? काला
72. दूरबीन का आविष्कार किसने किया था? गैलिलियो ने
73. दिल्ली स्थित महात्मा गाँधी की समाधि का क्या नाम है ? राजघाट
74. भारत में पहली रेल कहाँ से कहाँ तक चली? बम्बई (वर्तमान मुंबई) से थाने तक
75. भारत में पहली बार मेट्रो रेल सेवा किस नगर में आरम्भ की गई? कोलकाता
76. भारत में रेल का आरम्भ किस सन में हुआ? 1853
77. प्रथम भारतीय अंतरिक्ष यात्री कौन थे ? स्क्वाड्रन लीडर राकेश शर्मा , 1984 में
78. भारत की प्रथम महिला मुख्यमंत्री कौन थी ? श्रीमती सुचेता कृपलानी
79. हरियाणा के पहले मुख्यमंत्री कौन थे ? पं. भगवत दयाल शर्मा
80. संयुक्त राष्ट्र संघ की स्थापना कब हुई ? 24 अक्तूबर 1945
81. संयुक्त राष्ट्र संघ का मुख्यालय कहाँ स्थित है ? न्यूयॉर्क
82. संयुक्त राष्ट्र संघ के पहले महासचिव कौन थे? त्रिग्वेली
83.इस समय संयुक्त राष्ट्र संघ के कितने देश सदस्य हैं ? 193
84. संयुक्त राष्ट्र संघ सुरक्षा परिषद् के कितने देश सदस्य होते हैं ? 15
85. संयुक्त राष्ट्र संघ सुरक्षा परिषद् के कितने देश स्थाई सदस्य हैं? 5
86.अंतरराष्ट्रीय न्यायालय कहाँ स्थित है ? द हेग, हॉलैंड में
87. संयुक्त राष्ट्र संघ के वर्तमान महासचिव कौन है ? बान-की-मून
88. संयुक्त राष्ट्र महासभा में हिंदी में भाषण देने वाले भारतीय कौन थे ? अटल बिहारी वाजपेयी
89. संयुक्त राष्ट्र संघ सुरक्षा परिषद् के अस्थायी सदस्य कितने वर्ष के लिये चुने जाते हैं ? 2 वर्ष
90. संयुक्त राष्ट्र संघ का 193वां सदस्य कौनसा देश बना था ? दक्षिण सूडान
91. किस विटामिन की कमी से खून का रुकाव बंद नहीं होता ? विटामिन K
92. हिंदी दिवस कब मनाया जाता है ? 14 सितंबर Quiz Questions
93. संविधान के किस अनुच्छेद द्वारा हिंदी को राष्ट्रभाषा घोषित किया गया ? अनुच्छेद 343
94. ओलंपिक खेलों की एकल स्पर्धा में स्वर्ण पदक जीतने वाले एकमात्र भारतीय कौन है ? अभिनव बिंद्रा

95. ओलंपिक खेलों का आयोजन कितने वर्षों बाद होता है? 4 वर्ष
96. सन 2016 में ओलंपिक खेल कहाँ हुऐ ? रियो डी जिनेरो
97. अन्तर्राष्ट्रीय मानव अधिकार दिवस कब मनाया जाता है ? 10 दिसंबर
98. हरियाणा की कौनसी नस्ल की भैंस प्रसिद्ध है ? मुर्राह
99. प्रसिद्ध शीतला माता मंदिर कहाँ स्थित है ? गुडगाँव
100. विशाल हरियाणा पार्टी किसने बनाई थी ? राव विरेन्द्र सिंह

Day 12 June - World Day Against Child Labour

Day 12 June - World Day Against Child Labour
Every year on June 12, the World Day Against Child Labour is observed on June 12 in almost 100 countries all around the globe.

According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), there are about 152 million children globally who are engaged in child labour, 72 million of whom are in hazardous work.

Do you know almost one in ten of all children worldwide is in child labour? While the number of children in child labour has declined by 94 million since 2000, the rate of reduction slowed by two-thirds in recent years. 

The ILO launched World Day Against Child Labour in 2002, after which it is annually celebrated to raise awareness about the plight of child labourers worldwide.

General knowledge - Science quiz questions and answers

General knowledge

Science quiz questions and answers

Questions

1. Which planet is nearest the sun?
2. What part of a plant conducts photosynthesis?
3. How many elements are in the periodic table?
4. Where is the smallest bone in the human body located?
5. How many hearts does an octopus have?

Answers

1. Mercury
2. Leaf
3. 118
4. Ear
5. 3

Day 8 June- World Brain Tumour Day, World Oceans Day

Day 8 June- World Brain Tumour Day
It is observed every year on 8 June to raise international public attention to the people that are suffering from serious disease and the urgent need for more research. Several events are organised around the world to educate about brain tumours.

Day 8 June – World Oceans Day
World Oceans Day is celebrated on 8 June every year to empower people of all ages to become leaders of their own and stop polluting ocean, water bodies. This day spread awareness about to reduce single-use plastics and to take action necessary to bring real change.

Day 7 June – World Food Safety Day

Day 7 June – World Food Safety Day
World Food Safety Day is celebrated on 7 June to draw global attention to the consequences of contaminated food and water to the health. Also, this day focuses on the way to reduce the risk of food poisoning. Safety of food is a key to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

Day 5 June- World Environment Day

Day 5 June- World Environment Day

World Environment Day is observed every year on 5 June and is celebrated by more than 100 countries. In 2020, Colombia will host the global World Environment Day celebrations with a theme of 'Biodiversity'. The environment is a major issue, which not only affects the well-being of the people but also hampers economic development throughout the world.

Day 4 June – International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression

Day 4 June – International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression
Every year on 4 June, The United Nation's (UN) International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression is observed to raise awareness about the children who have suffered a lot throughout the world and are victims of physical, mental and emotional abuse. On this day UN affirms the commitment to protect the rights of children.

Day 3 June World Bicycle Day

Day 3 June World Bicycle Day

• Encourages Member States to devote particular attention to the bicycle in cross-cutting development strategies and to include the bicycle in international, regional, national and subnational development policies and programmes;
• Encourages Member States to improve road safety and integrate it into sustainable mobility and transport infrastructure planning and design, in particular through policies and measures to actively protect and promote pedestrian safety and cycling mobility, with a view to broader health outcomes, particularly the prevention of injuries and non-communicable diseases;
• Encourages stakeholders to emphasize and advance the use of the bicycle as a means of fostering sustainable development, strengthening education, including physical education, for children and young people, promoting health, preventing disease, promoting tolerance, mutual understanding and respect and facilitating social inclusion and a culture of peace;
• Encourages Member States to adopt best practices and means to promote the bicycle among all members of society, and in this regard welcomes initiatives to organize bicycle rides at the national and local levels as a means of strengthening physical and mental health and well-being and developing a culture of cycling in society.

Music quiz

Music quiz

Questions

1. Noel and Liam Gallagher from Oasis have an older brother, what's his name?
2. Name the song and the artist for the following lyric: "Maybe I’m foolish, maybe I’m blind, thinking I can see through this and see what’s behind"
3. Matt Goss, Luke Goss and Craig Logan made up which band?
4. In what year did The Beatles split up?
5. What nationality is pop superstar Justin Bieber?
6. Complete this Spice Girls lyric: "If you wanna be my [BLANK], you gotta get with my friends"
7. God Only Knows was a 1966 hit for which American band?
8. Gary and Martin Kemp were in what band?
9. In what decade was pop icon Madonna born?
10. Which two country singers famously sang together on 1983 song Islands in the Stream?

Answers

1. Paul Gallagher
2. Human by Rag'n'Bone Man
3. Bros
4. 1970
5. Canadian
6. Lover (from the song Wannabe)
7. The Beach Boys
8. Spandau Ballet
9. 150s (1958)
10. Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton

Sport quiz

Sport quiz

Questions

1. Which city will host the 2028 Olympic Games?
2. How many goals did England score (excluding penalty shoot-outs) at the Mens' 2018 FIFA World Cup?
3. Ben Stokes inspired England's 2019 Cricket World Cup final victory over New Zealand – who scored the second-highest number of runs in the match for England?
4. How many different teams have won the Premier League since the start of the inaugural season in 1992/93?
5. In tennis, who has won more Women's Singles Grand Slam titles – Martina Navratilova or Serena Williams?
6. What score did cricketing legend Don Bradman average as a batsman across his career?
7. At which venue is the British Grand Prix held?
8. How many horses are on each team in a polo match?
9. Where is the US Masters golf tournament held?
10. Which European city hosted the 1936 Summer Olympics?

Answers

1. Los Angeles
2. 12
3. Jos Buttler
4. Six (Man Utd, Man City, Chelsea, Arsenal, Leicester, Blackburn)
5. Serena Williams
6. 99.94
7. Silverstone
8. Four
9. Augusta National Golf Club
10. Berlin

Day 1 June 2020 World Milk Day and Global Day of Parents

Day 1 June 2020 World Milk Day and Global Day of Parents

World Milk Day

June 1 is as World Milk Day with the aim to raise awareness about milk and its importance as a global food.

In the last few years, India has become the largest producer of milk in the world with over 150 million tonnes of production and per capita availability of over 300 grams per day. 

Established by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations to recognize the importance of milk as global food, World Milk Day is been observed on June 1 each year since 2001.
This year, the initiative has completed 20 long years, the theme is simply called 'the 20th Anniversary of World Milk Day'. 

World Milk Day in India especially is celebrated with a lot of enthusiasm. Milk and dairy is a major part of lives in India and this day gives them the opportunity to discuss various aspects of milk & dairy products in India. 

The day encourages the benefits of dairy products related to health and nutrition, effectiveness and attainability, and the passion of the sectors and commitment to feeding our communities.

Global Day of Parents

Global Day of Parents is an annual event that is celebrated on June 1 to honour all the parents around the world for being the anchor of their families and selflessly nurturing and protecting their children. The day was declared as the Global Day of Parents by the UN General Assembly in 2012. This was done to appreciate all parents for their lifelong sacrifice towards raising their children. Parents play a key role in the health, emotional well-being, and education of a child. 

List of important days in June 2020

List of important days in June 2020

June 1, 2020:World Milk Day and Global Day of Parents

June 2, 2020: International Sex Workers Day and Telangana Formation Day

June 3, 2020: World Bicycle Day

June 4, 2020: International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression

June 5, 2020: World Environment Day

June 7, 2020: World Food Safety Day

June 8, 2020: World Brain Tumour Day

June 9, 2020: World Oceans Day

June 12, 2020: World Day Against Child Labour

June 14, 2020: World Blood Donor Day

June 15, 2020: World Wind Day and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

June 16, 2020: Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev

June 17, 2020: World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought (International)

June 18, 2020: Autistic Pride Day and International Picnic Day

June 19, 2020: World Sickle Cell Awareness Day and World Sauntering Day

June 20, 2020: World Refugee Day (International)

June 21, 2020: World Music Day and World Hydrography Day

June 21, 2020: International Yoga Day and World Father's Day (3rd Sunday of June)

June 23, 2020: International Widow's Day, International Olympic Day and United Nations Public Service Day

June 26, 2020: International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking and International Day in Support of Victims of Torture

June 30, 2020: World Asteroid Day