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2016

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
World Day to Combat Desertification (WDCD) was observed on which date
A
June 14
B
June 15
C
June 16
D
June 17
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A new report from the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), “Drought in Numbers 2022” calls for making a full global commitment to drought preparedness and resilience in all global regions a top priority.

Detailed explanation-2: -The United Nations General Assembly declared 17 June to be “World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought” by its resolution A/RES/49/115 adopted in December 1994.

Detailed explanation-3: -The World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is a United Nations observance celebrated each year on 17 June.

Detailed explanation-4: -The year 2006 was declared the International Year of Deserts and Desertification by the United Nations General Assembly.

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