Key facts for exams
- Date: 23 August (every year)
- Type: National observance (India)
- Why it is observed: Chandrayaan-3's Vikram lander touched down near the Moon's south pole on 23 August 2023.
Frequently asked questions
- When is National Space Day observed?
- National Space Day is observed every year on 23 August.
- Why is National Space Day observed?
- Chandrayaan-3's Vikram lander touched down near the Moon's south pole on 23 August 2023.
- Is National Space Day a national or international day?
- It is a national observance (india).
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