On which date is Hangeul Day celebrated in South Korea, commemorating the proclamation of the Korean alphabet?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. 9 October
- Step 1: The alphabet was proclaimed by King Sejong in the tenth lunar month of 1446. Step 2. The anniversary was fixed on 9 October and became a public holiday again in 2013. Answer: 9 October. Why not the others: The other dates are a foundation day, Liberation Day and Independence Movement Day.
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