Important days in December 2021: National and International Days & Dates

Important Days in December 2021: December is the twelfth month of the year, and it is the month of exciting festivals and important days. Today in this article we have provided the list of all the Important Days in December 2021 in which we have discussed all the special and international days. General awareness is an important element for an aspirant who desires to crack other competitive examinations as it can help them sail through all the stages successfully with qualifying marks. In the general awareness section, days of national and international importance hold a good position.  Candidates must go through with these important days to enhance their knowledge and be exam-ready.

Important Days and Dates in December 2021

December consists of 20 national and international days which hold great importance in our lives. Let us look at the list of all the important days and dates in December 2021 in the table mentioned below: 

List of Important Days in December  2021

Let us discuss all the above-mentioned important days in detail.

1 December- Worlds AIDS Day

This day is celebrated to raise awareness about the pandemic caused due to the spread of HIV infection. Large amounts of funds are collected to help those in need get proper medication.

2 December- National Pollution Control Day

National Pollution Day is acknowledged to raise awareness about pollution and its life-threatening effects and mourn for the people who lost their lives in the Bhopal gas calamity and more of such industrial malfunctions.

2 December- International Day for Abolition of Slavery

This day is observed to enlighten people about their human rights and fight against the ones who misuse their power in workspaces and exploit the aforementioned rights to get personal or commercial gain.

3 December -World Day of Handicapped

With the theme for 2021, “Leadership and participation of persons with disabilities toward an inclusive, accessible and sustainable post-COVID-19 world.” This day is all about accepting people with disabilities and raising awareness for the same.

4 December – Indian Navy Day

All the hardships and achievements conquered by the Indian Navy are celebrated on Indian Navy Day.

5 December – International Volunteer Day

International Volunteer Day is celebrated to commemorate all the efforts made by various organizations and the respective volunteers.

5 December- World Soil Day

Soil constitutes a large part of maintaining a healthy ecosystem and is home to a lot of flora and fauna. Thus, World Soil Day is observed to elevate its importance amongst people.

7 December- Armed Forces Flag Day

This day is celebrated to collect funds from citizens and honor the people who lost their lives to protect this country’s glory.

7 December – International Civil Aviation Day

This day is observed to reinforce the importance of civil aviation to the economic as well as the social development of States.

9 December – International Corruption Day

This day is celebrated in the hope to demolish the concept of corruption in education, health, judiciary, democratic practices, etc.

10 December – Human Rights Day

All humans that reside in their respective countries are born with basic human rights that shall protect them against unreasonable malpractices throughout their lives. Human Rights Day is celebrated so that everyone is aware of these rights and can hold their ground when necessary.

11 December- International Mountain Day

With the theme for 2021,  “Sustainable mountain tourism”. International Mountain Day is observed to make everyone realize the importance of mountains and their role in providing us with freshwaters, natural barriers, and clean energy.

14 December – National Energy Conservation Day

Conservation of energy plays an important role in sustainable development, and National Energy Conservation Day is celebrated to ensure that saving natural resources become a part of your day-to-day practices.

16 December- Vijay Diwas

Vijay Diwas is celebrated to remember the efforts and lives of martyrs who fought to protect this country.

8 December – Minorities Rights Day in India

India is home to a lot of communities and all these communities and their cultures must be preserved. Minorities Rights Day is observed to hold seminars, meetings, etc and make these communities aware of their rights. 

18 December- International Migrants Day

This day is observed to ensure the safety of all migrants and refugees that had to leave their countries or got displaced due to some reason or another.

19 December- Goa’s Liberation Day

On this date, in the year 1961, Goa was liberated by the Portuguese Dominion with the help of the Indian Armed Forces. 

20 December – International Human Solidarity Day

This day is celebrated to uplift the concept of “Unity in Diversity.”This day is also acknowledged as a day to get together and battle against poverty and hunger.

22 December – National Mathematics Day

This day is celebrated on the birth anniversary of famous mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan as a tribute to the contributions that he made in the field.

25 December – Christmas Day

Christmas Day is marked to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. It is usually celebrated with a big feast and exchange of gifts.

25 December – Good Governance Day (India)

This day is observed and celebrated on the birth anniversary of Atal Bihari Vajpayee as a tribute for all that he did for the country and to raise the government’s accountability amongst the citizens.

31 December – New Year’s Eve

This day is celebrated on the last day of the year in large gatherings to welcome the coming year usually with a celebration, dancing, etc.

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FAQs: Important Days in December 2021

Q. What special days are celebrated in December 2021?

Ans. There are various days such as World’s Aids Day, National Pie Day, Indian Navy Day, World Soil Day etc. are celebrated in December 2021

Q. What is the theme of World’s Aids Day 2021?

Ans. The theme for World’s Aids Day is End Inequalities. End AIDS”.

Q. What day is celebrated on 5th December 2021?

Ans. 5th December is celebrated as International Volunteer Day 2021 and  World Soil Day 2021.