- By Ritesh Kumar
- Sun, 12 Jan 2025 12:24 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
National Youth Day 2025 Quiz: National Youth Day, also known as Vivekananda Jayanti or Rashtriya Yuva Diwas, is observed annually on January 12 to honor the birth anniversary of the renowned Hindu monk Swami Vivekananda. Test your knowledge about this special day with the National Youth Day quiz.
1. When is National Youth Day celebrated in India?
a) January 26
b) January 12
c) February 28
d) August 15
Answer: b) January 12
2. National Youth Day is observed to commemorate the birth anniversary of which spiritual leader?
a) Mahatma Gandhi
b) Swami Vivekananda
c) Rabindranath Tagore
d) Sri Ramakrishna Paramahansa
Answer: b) Swami Vivekananda
3. What was Swami Vivekananda’s birth name?
a) Narayan Dutta
b) Narendranath Datta
c) Narendra Modi
d) Nandkishore Dutta
Answer: b) Narendranath Datta
4. In which city did Swami Vivekananda deliver his iconic speech introducing Hinduism to the world?
a) London
b) New York
c) Chicago
d) Paris
Answer: c) Chicago
5. Which organisation was founded by Swami Vivekananda?
a) Theosophical Society
b) Ramakrishna Mission
c) Arya Samaj
d) Brahmo Samaj
Answer: b) Ramakrishna Mission
6. When was National Youth Day first celebrated in India?
a) 1982
b) 1984
c) 1985
d) 1990
Answer: c) 1985
7. Who was Swami Vivekananda’s spiritual guru?
a) Rabindranath Tagore
b) Mahatma Gandhi
c) Sri Ramakrishna Paramahansa
d) Dayanand Saraswati
Answer: c) Sri Ramakrishna Paramahansa
8. What are some of the recurring themes of National Youth Day?
a) Strength, unity, and religious harmony
b) Wealth creation and material success
c) Political leadership and governance
d) Technological advancements and innovation
Answer: a) Strength, unity, and religious harmony
9. Which of the following activities are commonly held on National Youth Day?
a) Yoga sessions and meditation
b) Sports competitions
c) Seminars and processions
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
10. What is the primary objective of celebrating National Youth Day?
a) To honor Indian scientists
b) To inspire youth with Vivekananda's teachings
c) To promote traditional arts and crafts
d) To celebrate Indian independence
Answer: b) To inspire youth with Vivekananda's teachings
