Correct option is C
North Korea celebrates its Liberation Day on August 15th, coinciding with India's Independence Day. This day commemorates Korea's liberation from Japanese colonial rule in 1945.
Knowledge Booster
● North Korea celebrates August 15th as Liberation Day.
● This day marks the end of Japanese colonial rule in 1945.
● South Korea also observes the day under the name "Gwangbokjeol."
● Liberation Day in Korea is a public holiday with historical and national importance.
● The Allied victory in World War II facilitated Korean liberation.
● Japan surrendered on August 15, 1945, leading to Korea's independence.
Additional Knowledge:
- (Option A) Pakistan celebrates its Independence Day on August 14, not August 15.
- (Option B) Malaysia's Independence Day is observed on August 31, known as Merdeka Day.
- (Option D) Vietnam celebrates its National Day on September 2, marking its independence from France.