GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

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DAYS AND YEARS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
National Maritime Day of India falls on
A
September 5
B
April 5
C
June 5
D
Septmber 13
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -National Maritime Day is celebrated on 05th April to commemorate the maiden voyage of the first Indian commercial vessel SS Loyalty that set sail from Bombay (Mumbai) to London, on 05th April 1919.

Detailed explanation-2: -This year, it will be observed on September 29. The day focuses on drawing public attention to maritime safety and the marine environment.

Detailed explanation-3: -Since 1964, National Maritime Day has been celebrated in India on April 5. Indian National Maritime Day is celebrated on April 5 because, on this date in 1919, SS Loyalty, the first Indian flag merchant ship, sailed from Mumbai to London. Scindia Steam Navigation Company Ltd was the owner of SS Loyalty.

Detailed explanation-4: -World Maritime Day is meant to recognise the importance of the maritime industry. It promotes innovations in the industry to improve maritime security, maritime environment, safety, and shipping. The day is marked every year on the last Thursday of September.

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