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2017

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What United Nations planned to issue for International Yoga Day.
A
Awareness programs
B
Free yoga training
C
Special Stamps
D
International Tour for yoga practice.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Today it is practiced 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 by resolution 69/131.

Detailed explanation-2: -The theme for International Day of Yoga 2022 is “Yoga for humanity”.

Detailed explanation-3: -Now with the UN declaration to adopt and celebrate 21st, June as International Day of Yoga, global community is once again looking at yoga. 21st June was declared as the International Day of Yoga on 10TH December 2014 by the United Nations consequent to the bill mooted being supported by more than 175 member countries.

Detailed explanation-4: -The theme of International Yoga Day 2023 is “Humanity.” Past themes include “Yoga for Heart, ” “Yoga for Peace, ” and “Yoga at Home… Yoga with Family.”

Detailed explanation-5: -The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his UN address in 2014, suggested an annual Day of Yoga on June 21, as it is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and shares a special significance in many parts of the world.

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