21. The death anniversary of which former Indian Prime Minister is observed as ‘Anti-terrorism Day’?
[A] Rajiv Gandhi
[B] Indira Gandhi
[C] Atal Bihari Vajpayee
[D] Morarji Desai
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Correct Answer: A [Rajiv Gandhi]
Notes:
The death anniversary of former Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi is observed across the country as ‘Anti-terrorism Day’.
The 28th death anniversary of the former Prime Minster was observed on May 21. On the same day in 1991, he was assassinated at Sriperumbudur, Chennai during an election campaign. Rajiv Gandhi was the youngest ever Prime Minister of India, when he took over as the sixth Prime Minister at the age of 40.
22. What is the theme of the ‘International Day for Biological Diversity, 2020’?
[A] Biological Diversity for SDGs
[B] Our solutions are in nature
[C] Strategic Plan on Biodiversity
[D] Ecosystem Restoration Ahead
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Correct Answer: B [Our solutions are in nature]
Notes:
The United Nations celebrates the International Day for Biological Diversity annually on May 22, across the world, to highlight the importance of biodiversity issues.
This year the theme of the day is “Our solutions are in nature”. The theme covers 3 topics during the week, which includes 18 May to cover the importance of knowledge and science; 19-21 May to raise awareness of the importance of biodiversity; and May 22, the day of the observance, to issue a call to action.
23. What is the theme of ‘World Metrology Day’ 2020?
[A] Precision in Measurement
[B] Measurements for global trade
[C] Accuracy Matters
[D] Measurement for Science
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Correct Answer: B [Measurements for global trade]
Notes:
World Metrology Day is celebrated every year on May 20, that commemorates the signature of the Metre Convention on 20 May 1875 by representatives of 17 countries.
This year, the theme for World Metrology Day 2020 is ‘Measurements for global trade’. The theme was chosen to create awareness of the role of measurement in facilitating fair global trade, ensuring standards and regulations of products.
24. When is the ‘World Vape Day’ proposed to be celebrated across the world?
[A] May 29
[B] May 30
[C] June 1
[D] June 2
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Correct Answer: B [May 30]
Notes:
About 40 million e-cigarette users from across the globe are set to celebrate the World Vape Day on May 30. It is celebrated to spread awareness on vaping and its effectiveness in harm reduction and helping smokers quit.
The representative body of e-cigarette users in India the Association of Vapers India (AVI). It joins hands with consumer advocacy organisations from 34 nations to spread awareness. Last year, the Central Government imposed a ban against vaping.
25. Which state recently celebrated its statehood day on June 2?
[A] Chhattisgarh
[B] Telangana
[C] Uttarakhand
[D] Jharkhand
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Correct Answer: B [Telangana]
Notes:
The state of Telangana recently celebrated its statehood day on June 2. All national leaders including the Prime Minister wished the state and its people.
In the year 2014, Telangana was carved out of the state of Andhra Pradesh as the 29th state of India under the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act. The capital of the state is Hyderabad and its population is about 3.5 crore.
26. Which language day is celebrated by the United Nations on June 6, the birthday of famous poet Alexander Pushkin?
[A] Spanish Day
[B] Russian Day
[C] English Day
[D] French Day
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Correct Answer: B [Russian Day]
Notes:
UN celebrates six separate language days to raise awareness of the history, culture and development of each of its six official languages – English, Arabic, Spanish, Chinese, Russian and French.
June 6 is celebrated as the UN Russian Language Day, which is also the birthday of the great Russian poet Alexander Pushkin. The poet is considered as the father of modern Russian literature. Some of his popular literary works include novel titled “Eugene Onegin” and his poem titled “The Bronze Horseman”.
27. What is the theme of the World Oceans Day 2020?
[A] Oceans and GDP
[B] Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean
[C] Oceans are our real wealth
[D] Optimise our Oceans
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Correct Answer: B [Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean]
Notes:
World Oceans Day is celebrated across the world on June 8, every year. The day is observed to encourage people to celebrate oceans and take steps to protect ocean health.
The theme of World Oceans Day 2020 is “Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean”. Canada proposed the concept for World Oceans Day in 1992 at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro. In December 2008, the United Nations designated June 8 as World Oceans Day for the oceans.
28. When is the ‘World Day against Child Labour’ celebrated?
[A] June 10
[B] June 12
[C] June 14
[D] June 15
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Correct Answer: B [June 12]
Notes:
World Day Against Child Labour is celebrated on 12 June, every year. This year, the theme of the World Day against Child Labour 2020 is ‘COVID-19: Protect children from child labour, now more than ever’.
The event focusses on the impact of child labour crisis. Due to the prevalent Covid-19 pandemic, this is conducted as a virtual campaign. It is being organized jointly with the Global March Against Child Labour and the International Partnership for Cooperation on Child Labour in Agriculture (IPCCLA).
29. What is the theme of ‘World Blood Donor day 2020’?
[A] Safe blood saves lives
[B] Encourage Blood donation
[C] Blood Donors are Angels
[D] Resources for Blood collection
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Correct Answer: A [Safe blood saves lives]
Notes:
The World Blood Donor Day is celebrated on June 14, every year across the world. The day is celebrated to raise awareness about the need for safe blood and blood products.
On this day, general public and other institutions thank blood donors. The theme of ‘World Blood Donor day 2020’ is – Safe blood saves lives. In the year 2005, the World Health Assembly designated this date to thank blood donors and encourage more people to donate blood. It also calls governments to provide resources for blood collection.
30. What is the theme of the “World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought”?
[A] Food.Feed.Fibre: Sustainable production and consumption
[B] Combatting Drought in 2020
[C] Cooperation in combatting Drought
[D] No more desertification
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Correct Answer: A [Food.Feed.Fibre: Sustainable production and consumption]
Notes:
“World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought” is celebrated on June 17, every year across the world.
UN General Assembly declared June 17 as the specified World Day, to promote public awareness of the issues of Desertification and Drought. This year, the theme is “Food.Feed.Fibre: Sustainable production and consumption.” The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification leads the observance.
