Question

When is the Martyr's Day observed in India every year?
1. 12 March
2. 30 January
3. 25 October
4. 19 September

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : 30 January

The correct answer is  30 January.

• The Martyrs' Day is observed on 30th January to mark the death anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, popularly known as Mahatma Gandhi ji.
• It also marks the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi in 1948 by Nathuram Godse.

• Martyrs' Day, also known as Sarvodaya Day, is celebrated on various days like 30 January, 23 March, 19 May, 21 October, 17 November, and 19th November to honor the people who have sacrificed their lives for the nation.
• January 30 is observed as Martyrs Day nationally. On this day in 1948, Gandhiji was assassinated by Nathuram Godse. 23 March is the death anniversary of Bhagat, Sukhdev, and Rajguru, 19 May is celebrated as 'Language Martyrs Day', 21 October is celebrated as 'Police Martyrs' Day' (Police Commemoration Day),17 November is the death anniversary of Lal Lajpat Rai, and 19 November is the birthday of Rani Lakshmibai.