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2016

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The International Albinism Awareness Day was observed on which date
A
June 10
B
June 11
C
June 12
D
June 13
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -INTERNATIONAL ALBINISM AWARENESS DAY HISTORY In 2013, the United Nations Human Rights Council adopted a resolution that called for the prevention of discrimination against persons with albinism. On December 18, 2014, the UN General Assembly proclaimed June 13th as International Albinism Awareness Day.

Detailed explanation-2: -to encourage and celebrate unity among groups of persons with albinism; to amplify the voices and visibility of persons with albinism in all areas of life; to highlight the work being done by albinism groups around the world.

Detailed explanation-3: -History of International Albinism Awareness Day On December 18, 2014, the United Nations’ General Assembly adopted a resolution establishing June 13th as International Albinism Awareness Day. This historic resolution confirmed the global focus on albinism advocacy.

Detailed explanation-4: -Theme of International Albinism Awareness Day, 2022 This year, the chosen theme for the IAAD is “United in making our voice heard". It celebrates the effort to amplify the voices working for albinism and highlights the work done so far for the people with albinism.

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