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Awards and Prizes of India and World Test 28

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    Which of the following statements is/are correct?
    $$1$$. Professor Komal Bawa was conferred with the MIDORI Prize $$(2014)$$ for biodiversity for his research on climate change in the Himalayas.
    $$2$$. MIDORI Prize is an annual international prize given to an individual for outstanding contribution to the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity at global, regional or local level.
    Select the correct answer using the codes given.
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    The MIDORI Prize is a biennial international prize organised by the AEON Environmental Foundation and the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity to honour individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity at global, regional or local levels.
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    Whose among the following birth anniversary has been observed as 'National Mathematics Day' in India?
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    In India, the day December 22 has been declared as the National Mathematics Day. The Indian mathematical genius Srinivasa Ramanujan was born on 22 December 1887 and died on 26 April 1920. It was in recognition of his contribution to mathematics the Government of India decided to celebrate Ramanujan’s birthday as the National Mathematics Day every year and to celebrate 2012 as the National Mathematical Year.
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    The 'World Day to Combat Desertification' is observed every year on _______.
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    The World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is observed every year to promote public awareness of international efforts to combat desertification. The day is a unique moment to remind everyone that land degradation neutrality is achievable through problem-solving, strong community involvement and co-operation at all levels.
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    When is 'World Intellectual Property Day', recognised by the UN is observed?
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    The World Intellectual Property Day (WIPD) is observed every year on April 26 to learn about the role that intellectual property rights (patents, trademarks, industrial designs, copyright) play in encouraging innovation and creativity.  It is an annual and global celebration to learn about the role that intellectual property plays in encouraging innovation and creativity.
  • Question 5
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    Which date is known as 'Diabetes day'?
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    World Diabetes Day (WDD) was created in 1991 by International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization in response to growing concerns about the escalating health threat posed by diabetes. WDD is the world’s largest diabetes awareness campaign reaching a global audience of over 1 billion people in more than 160 countries. The campaign draws attention to issues of paramount importance to the diabetes world and keeps diabetes firmly in the public and political spotlight.
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    When is 'World Blind Day/World Sight Day' observed?
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    World Sight Day (WSD) is an annual day of awareness held on the second Thursday of October, to focus global attention on blindness and vision impairment. WSD is co-ordinated by IAPB under the VISION 2020 Global Initiative. The theme and certain core materials are generated by The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB). All events are organised independently by members and supporter organisations.
  • Question 7
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    Which day is celebrated as the 'International Human Rights Day'?
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    Human Rights Day is observed every year on 10 December – the day the United Nations General Assembly adopted, in 1948, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. In 1950, the Assembly passed a resolution, inviting all States and interested organizations to observe 10 December of each year as Human Rights Day.
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    When is 'International Day for the Eradication of Poverty', recognised by the UN is observed?
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    The observance of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty can be traced back to 17 October 1987. On that day, over a hundred thousand people gathered at a place called Trocadero in Paris , where the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was signed in 1948, to honour the victims of extreme poverty, violence and hunger. They declared that poverty is a violation of human rights and affirmed the need to come together to ensure that these rights are respected. These convictions are inscribed in a commemorative stone unveiled on this day. Since then, people of all backgrounds, beliefs and social origins have gathered every year on October 17th to renew their commitment and show their solidarity with the poor.
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    In a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy of brotherhood and peace, the UN General Assembly declared his birth anniversary, October 2, as the _____________. 
    Solution
    The International Day of Non-Violence is marked on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence. The day was instituted by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) by adopting a resolution in June 2007 to disseminate the message of non-violence, including through education and public awareness.
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    When International 'Yoga Divas' is celebrated?
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    Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India. The word ‘yoga’ derives from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite, symbolizing the union of body and consciousness.Today it is practised in various forms around the world and continues to grow in popularity. Recognizing its universal appeal, on 11 December 2014, the United Nations proclaimed 21 June as the International Day of Yoga. The International Day of Yoga aims to raise awareness worldwide of the many benefits of practising yoga.
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