Exercise :: Important Days - Latest Current Affairs
- Important Days - Latest Current Affairs
| 1. | When did 2019 Himalaya day celebrated? |
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Answer: Option A Explanation: Himalaya Day 2019 was observed on September 9. It was celebrated in the Biotech Auditorium of the Department of Biotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee. It was first celebrated in the year 2010.
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| 2. | World Suicide Prevention Day 2019 is observed on __________. |
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Answer: Option C Explanation: World Suicide Prevention Day 2019 is observed on 10 September every year. The day aims to raise awareness of the risks of suicide and to fund suicide prevention activities. It also aims to provide worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides. Theme: The theme for the World Suicide Prevention Day 2019 is Working Together to Prevent Suicide. A survey said that every year, suicide is among the top 20 leading causes of death globally for people of all ages.
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| 3. | ________ was observed from September 1 to 7, 2019 to educate people about the importance of their health and well-being. |
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Answer: Option C Explanation: National Nutrition Week (NNW) was observed from September 1 to 7, 2019 to educate people about the importance of their health and well-being. It is an annual nutrition event organized by the Food and Nutrition Board within the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India.
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| 4. | What is the theme of the 24th World Energy Congress (WEC-2019)? |
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Answer: Option B Explanation: The 24th World Energy Congress (WEC-2019) has started in Abu Dhabi under the patronage of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The aim of the WEC is to bring together international energy stakeholders, including governments, private and state corporations, academia and media. The theme of this Congress is 'Energy for Prosperity', which also represents the ambitious and dynamic energy transition of the country.
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| 5. | International Literacy Day is observed every year on________ |
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Answer: Option D Explanation: International Literacy Day. 8 September. International Literacy Day, celebrated annually on 8 September, is an opportunity for Governments, civil society and stakeholders to highlight improvements in world literacy rates, and reflect on the world's remaining literacy challenges.
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