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Every year on January 12th, “National Youth Day” is celebrated in India on whose birthday?
Mahatma Gandhi
Rajiv Gandhi
Swami Vivekananda
Sardar Patel
Swami Vivekananda
National Youth Day is celebrated on January 12th in honor of Swami Vivekananda's birthday.
National Youth Day was declared by the Government of India in 1984 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, a key figure in the revival of Hinduism in the 19th century. His teachings emphasize the importance of youth in nation-building and personal development. Celebrations aim to inspire young people to realize their potential and contribute positively to society.
National Youth Day is observed on January 12th.
Swami Vivekananda was born on January 12, 1863.
The day was officially declared by the Government of India in 1984.
Swami Vivekananda was a key figure in the introduction of Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world.
C is correct — National Youth Day is celebrated in honor of Swami Vivekananda's birthday on January 12th.
Remember that Swami Vivekananda's teachings still influence modern education and youth programs in India, which makes his birthday significant for both cultural and educational contexts.