Children’s Day in India: Which leader’s birthday is commemorated? Identify the national leader whose birth anniversary is celebrated as Children’s Day in India. Choose the correct leader.
General Knowledge
Days and Years
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AJawaharlal Nehru
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BMahatma Gandhi
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CDr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
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DDr. Rajendra Prasad
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ESardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Answer
Correct Answer: Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation
Topic: Indian commemorative days and associated leaders
Given data
- Occasion: Children’s Day (India).
Concept/ApproachIn India, 14 November—the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru—is observed as Children’s Day, reflecting his affection for children and emphasis on education.
ReasoningChildren’s Day (India) → 14 Nov → Jawaharlal Nehru.
Common pitfalls
- Mixing it up with Teachers’ Day (5 September, Dr. S. Radhakrishnan).
Final AnswerJawaharlal Nehru