Explore the remarkable events that unfolded on 15
June—from global declarations of rights to Indian leadership milestones,
Assamese cultural memories, and the legacy of notable personalities worldwide.
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Global Events on 15 June
1215 – Signing of the Magna Carta
One of history’s most pivotal documents, the Magna
Carta, was sealed by King John of England at Runnymede. It curtailed royal
authority and became the bedrock of constitutional law and individual
liberties. This historic charter proclaimed that even monarchs must obey the
law—a cornerstone of representative democracy and rule of law globally.
1667 – First Human-to-Human Blood Transfusion
French physician Jean-Baptiste Denys
performed the first recorded successful blood transfusion between humans. Using
lamb blood to treat a patient suffering from mental illness, the procedure
sparked ethical debate but laid essential groundwork for modern transfusion
medicine.
1991 – Mount Pinatubo Eruption in the Philippines
The eruption of Mount Pinatubo was one
of the largest volcanic events of the 20th century. It devastated local
communities and ejected aerosols into the atmosphere, temporarily lowering
global temperatures by nearly 0.5°C. Emergency evacuation procedures set
important precedents in volcanic risk management.
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India on 15 June
1947 – Acceptance of Partition Plan by Indian National Congress
On this date, the All‑India Congress
Committee formally endorsed the British plan for partition, acknowledging
impending creation of Pakistan and India’s independence in August—a step
marking the transitional governance of new nations.
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Assam & Northeast India on 15 June
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Monsoon Onset & Flood Preparedness
Mid‑June usually signals the onset of
monsoon in Assam. Local agriculture relies heavily on this rain, prompting
joint ASDMA and district administrations to carry out pre-emptive
flood-awareness programs, embankment reinforcement, and community drills.
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Educational and Cultural Events
In recent years, schools and colleges in Assam
have organized seminars and essay competitions around World Elder Abuse
Awareness Day (15 June), promoting respect for elders and awareness of
elder rights—reflecting social consciousness emerging in the region.
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Notable Birthdays on 15 June
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Indian Figures
- Suraiya
Jamal Sheikh (1929) – Beloved Bollywood
actress and playback singer. She starred in over 60 films and sang more
than 300 songs between 1936 and 1963. Her role in Mirza Ghalib
(1954) earned a President’s Gold Medal.
- Anna
Hazare (1937) – Social activist known for the 2011
anti-corruption movement. He revitalized rural development models at
Ralegan Siddhi village. Awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1992.
- Lakshmi
Niwas Mittal (1950) – Steel magnate and
chairman of ArcelorMittal. He ranked among the world’s richest and
received the Padma Vibhushan in 2008.
- Satya
Pal Jain (1952) – Senior advocate, BJP
leader, former Additional Solicitor General of India, and two-time Member
of Parliament.
- Taraknath
Das (1884) – Bengali revolutionary, academic,
and organizer of the Indian independence movement abroad. Taught and
mobilized Indians in the USA.
- Rajendrasinhji
Jadeja (1899) – First Chief of Army Staff of
independent India, led Union Forces during Operation Polo.
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International Figures
- Edvard
Grieg (1843) – Norwegian composer famous for Peer
Gynt suites.
- Courteney
Cox (1964) – American actress best known for Friends.
- Neil
Patrick Harris (1973) – American actor in How
I Met Your Mother.
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Notable Deaths on 15 June
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Indian Figures
- Ulloor
S. Parameswara Iyer (1949) – Malayalam poet,
historian, and scholar whose death on 15 June remains remembered in
Kerala’s literary circles.
- Kushal
Konwar (1943) – Indian National Congress leader in
Assam, revered as the first martyr from the Quit India Movement. Executed
on 15 June 1943.
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International Figures
- Casey
Kasem (2014) – Iconic American radio host,
original voice of “Shaggy” in Scooby-Doo.
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Did You Know?
- The
Magna Carta influenced constitutional development in India, with
its principles echoed in the Preamble and fundamental rights of the Indian
Constitution.
- Mount
Pinatubo’s eruption resulted in the
evacuation of 200,000 people and led to global climate effects including
cooler summers.
- Rajendrasinhji
Jadeja, born 15 June 1899, was from the Jadeja
dynasty (same as cricketer Duleepsinhji) and served as C-in-C from
1953–55.
- Kushal
Konwar, from Assam, remains a lesser-known
martyr whose execution on 15 June 1943 galvanized anti-colonial sentiment
in the state.
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Final Thoughts
With roots in medieval justice,
independence-era courage, and modern scientific achievements, 15 June
stitches together stories from across continents and centuries. From Assam’s
unsung heroes to global visionaries, each thread contributes to a richer
understanding of our shared past.
At AssamJobsGuide.com, we bring these
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