The correct answer is: A. Engineer’s Day
Engineer’s Day is celebrated on September 14 every year to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sir M. Visvesvaraya, a renowned engineer and statesman. He was born on September 14, 1861, in Mysore, Karnataka, India. He is considered as the “Father of Modern India” for his contributions to the fields of engineering, education, and public administration.
Sir M. Visvesvaraya was a self-taught engineer who graduated from the University of Madras with a degree in civil engineering. He worked on several major engineering projects in India, including the construction of the Krishnaraja Sagar Dam, the Mysore Palace, and the Bangalore Water Supply Scheme. He also served as the Diwan of Mysore from 1906 to 1912 and as the Governor of Mysore from 1912 to 1918.
Sir M. Visvesvaraya was a visionary leader who played a key role in the development of India. He was a strong advocate of education and public welfare. He also worked to improve the lives of the poor and the marginalized.
Engineer’s Day is a day to celebrate the achievements of engineers and to inspire the next generation of engineers. It is also a day to remember the contributions of Sir M. Visvesvaraya to the development of India.
The other options are incorrect because:
- National Hindi Diwas is celebrated on September 14 every year to commemorate the adoption of Hindi as the official language of India.
- National Voters Day is celebrated on January 25 every year to mark the foundation day of the Election Commission of India.
- World Cancer Day is celebrated on February 4 every year to raise awareness about cancer and to promote early detection and prevention of the disease.