When is the National Voters' Day (NVD) observed in India?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) 25 January
Explanation:
. National Voters' Day (NVD) is observed every year on 25 January in India.
. It commemorates the foundation day of the Election Commission of India, which was established on 25 January 1950.
. The day aims to encourage, facilitate and maximize enrolment of voters.
. It particularly focuses on promoting electoral participation among youth and first-time voters.
. National Voters’ Day was first celebrated in 2011.
Information Booster:
. On this day, new voters are given Elector Photo Identity Cards (EPICs) in special functions.
. Voters take a pledge to uphold democratic values and participate in free and fair elections.
. The theme for National Voters’ Day 2024 was “Nothing Like Voting, I Vote for Sure.”
Additional Knowledge:
24 January (Option a)
. 24 January is not associated with National Voters’ Day.
. It has no official electoral significance at the national level.
26 January (Option c)
. 26 January is celebrated as Republic Day of India.
. It marks the adoption of the Constitution in 1950, not National Voters’ Day.
27 January (Option d)
. 27 January has no connection with the Election Commission or voter awareness events.
. It is not observed as National Voters’ Day.