National Space Day 2024: August 23

Current Context: August 23rd is now celebrated as National Space Day in India! This day commemorates the successful landing of ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 mission on the Moon’s surface on August 23, 2023.

• This achievement made India the fourth country to land on the Moon and the first to reach its southern polar region.
• The theme for National Space Day 2024 is "Touching Lives while Touching the Moon: India’s Space Saga".
• This theme highlights the broader impact of space exploration on society and emphasizes how advancements in space technology can enhance the quality of life on Earth.

Question:

1 When is National Space Day celebrated in India?

• A) August 15
• B) August 23
• C) July 20
• D) October 4

Answer: B) National Space Day in India is celebrated on August 23 to commemorate the successful landing of ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 mission on the Moon's surface on August 23, 2023.