21 June – International Yoga Day Since 2015
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 of yoga. In India, International Yoga Day is celebrated by the Ministry of AYUSH.
Summer Solstice is observed on 21, June. It is the longest day in India with the longest period of daylight.
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.
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 music.
MCQ for Practice
Q.1 When was the second International Day of Yoga celebrated in India?
a. 20th June
b. 21st June
c. 22nd June
d. 23rd June
ANS. B
Q.2 How many UN member countries celebrated the International Day of Yoga?
a. 183
b. 124
c. 144
d. 192
ANS. D
Q.3 In 2020, which International Day of Yoga was celebrated?
A. 3
B. 4
C. 5
D. 6
Ans. D
Explanation: On 21 June, 2020, the 6th International Day of Yoga was celebrated and for the first time it was celebrated on 21 June, 2015.
Q.4 What is the theme of International Day of Yoga 2021?
A. Yoga for well-being
B. Yoga for all
C. Yoga for People
D. None of the above
Ans. A
Explanation: The theme of International Day of Yoga 2021 is “Yoga for well-being”.
Q.5 Which of the following statement is/are correct about Yoga?
A. Yoga is practiced since ancient India. It is a physical, mental and spiritual practice.
B. The ‘yoga’ word is derived from Sanskrit.
C. Yoga means to join or unite, represent the union of body and consciousness or alertness.
D. All the above are correct
Ans. D
Explanation: Yoga is practiced since ancient India. It is a physical, mental and spiritual practice. From Sanskrit, the word ‘Yoga’ is derived. Yoga means to join or unite, represent the union of body and consciousness or alertness.
Q. 6 In 2020, which International Day of Yoga was celebrated?
A. 3
B. 4
C. 5
D. 6
Ans. D
Explanation: On 21 June, 2020, the 6th International Day of Yoga was celebrated and for the first time it was celebrated on 21 June, 2015.