Important Days 10 October 2026
World Space Week 2026 Observed Globally from Oct 4-10 with Theme 'Rocket Revolution'
Why in the News?
**World Space Week (WSW) 2026** was celebrated internationally from **October 4 to October 10, 2026**, under the official global theme **"Rocket Revolution"**.
Key Features / Major Points:
- Historical Significance of Dates:
- **October 4:** Commemorates the launch of the world's first human-made Earth satellite, **Sputnik 1**, in 1957.
- **October 10:** Marks the entry into force of the **Outer Space Treaty** in 1967.
- Theme Focus ("Rocket Revolution"):
- Highlights the evolution of launch technology—transitioning from legacy government-only programs to reusable rockets, private aerospace enterprises, startups, and cost-effective orbital access.
- Global & Local Observances:
- Coordinated globally by the World Space Week Association (WSWA) in association with the United Nations.
- In India, major events were hosted by ISRO centers (such as VSSC, LPSC, IISU, and IIST) alongside educational institutions like Chandigarh University.
Static GK Facts:
- World Space Week (WSW):
- Declared By: United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in **1999**.
- Observance Period: October 4 to 10 annually.
- Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO):
- Established: **August 15, 1969** | Headquarters: **Bengaluru, Karnataka**.
- Founder: **Dr. Vikram Sarabhai**.
- Outer Space Treaty:
- Signed & Entered into Force: **1967** (Forms the basis of international space law).
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: What was the official theme for World Space Week 2026 observed from October 4 to 10?
A: Rocket Revolution
Q: Which historical milestone achieved on October 4, 1957, marks the start of World Space Week?
A: Launch of Sputnik 1 (the first artificial Earth satellite)
Q: In which year did the UN General Assembly officially declare World Space Week?
A: 1999
Q: Where is the headquarters of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) located?
A: Bengaluru, Karnataka
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