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Australia makes changes to its National Anthem
The Australian Government recently announced certain changes to its National Anthem “Advance Australia Fair”. What were the changes made to Australian National Anthem? The second line of the National Anthem has been changed from ‘For we are young and free’ to ‘For we are one and free.’ What was the issue with the National Anthem ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2021
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Topics: Australia • british colony • decolonisation • National anthem • Sydney
Referendum in New Caledonia rejects independence from France
The New Caledonia is a French territory located in southwest Pacific Ocean. It is a popular tourist spot and well known for its coral seas. The territory voted against independence from France under its new referendum that was held recently. About the Island The Island was discovered by a British Navigator James Cook in 1774. ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Topics: decolonisation • France • new caledonia • Pacific Ocean • referendum • United Nations