Veer Baal Diwas

Core Update

Veer Baal Diwas is observed annually on 26 December.

What is Veer Baal Diwas?

A national observance commemorating the martyrdom of Sahibzadas Baba Zorawar Singh Ji and Baba Fateh Singh Ji, sons of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji.

Origin

• Announced on 9 January 2022
• Coincides with the Prakash Purab of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Government Involvement

• National programmes conducted in:
  • Schools
  • Anganwadi centres
  • Child Care Institutions
• Supported through MyGov and MyBharat portals

UPSC Relevance

• GS-I: Modern Indian history, Sikh heritage
• Prelims: Important national observances

Prelims Trap Alert

⚠️ Observed on 26 December, not 25 December. Commemorates children martyrs, not a battle.

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