Question

The Birthday of Swami Vivekananda is celebrated as _________.
(A) Youth Day
(B) Non-Violence day
(C) Children's Day
(D) Teacher's Day

Answer 1

Hint: Swami Vivekananda's birth name was Narendra Nath Dutta. He was born on 12th January 1863 in a Bengali family. He was the follower and believer of Ramakrishna who was the famous saint of the 19th century.

Complete answer:
Since childhood, he was much interested in spiritual activities. He acquired a detailed knowledge of all the Vedas, Upanishads and other holy Grants. His teachings mainly concentrate on the development of a human being. He played a significant role in awakening the spirit of Indian Nationalism in the 19th and 20th centuries. One of his main works is Raja Yoga in which he has mentioned all the conversations that he had in New York.

His birthday is celebrated every year on 12th of January as 'National Youth Day' to honour Swami Vivekananda. His birthday is officially declared as National Youth Day by the Government of India in the year 1984. It was decided so because the philosophies and the beliefs of Swami Vivekananda are the main sources of inspiration for the youth of India. On this day, small celebrations are organised in schools, colleges, institutions and other government bodies every year. The speeches, philosophies, music, importance of youth are taught to students and people.

Hence, the correct answer is option (A).

Note: In the Parliament of World's Religions held in the United State, Swami Vivekananda represented India at International level in 1893. He is also known for founding the Ramakrishna Mission in 1897 to spread the teachings of his Guru Ramakrishna Paramahamsa. He also established the Belur Math in 1897.