National Space Day 2025

Current Context: India celebrated National Space Day on 23 August 2025, marking two years since Chandrayaan-3’s Vikram Lander touched down near the Moon’s south pole.

• This year’s theme was “Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan: Ancient Wisdom to Infinite Possibilities”, linking India’s astronomical heritage to future space missions.
• PM Modi urged scientists to prepare for deep space exploration, and praised Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India’s first astronaut to visit the ISS.
• ISRO showcased upcoming missions like Gaganyaan-2, Shukrayaan, and the Bharatiya Antariksha Station, inspiring youth and global collaboration.

Question:

Q.1 When did India celebrate National Space Day 2025?
a) 15 August 2025
b) 23 August 2025
c) 5 September 2025
d) 22 July 2025

Answer: b) National Space Day is observed on 23 August, commemorating Chandrayaan-3’s Vikram Lander touchdown on the Moon’s south pole (23 August 2023).