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2017

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which day is observed on the June 19 across the world?
A
International Women’s Day
B
International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict
C
World Earth Day
D
World Heart Day
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Juneteenth is a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States . It is also called Emancipation Day or Juneteenth Independence Day. The name “Juneteenth” references the date of the holiday, combining the words “June” and “nineteenth.”

Detailed explanation-2: -19 June-World Sickle Cell Awareness Day World Sickle Cell Awareness Day is held annually since 2008 to raise awareness about Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) and the struggle that the sufferers or a patient family face.

Detailed explanation-3: -Important Days in June 2023 include World Milk Day (1st June), Telangana Formation Day (2nd June), World Environment Day (5th June), International Father’s Day (18th June), World Music Day (21st June), International Yoga Day (21st June), National Statistics Day (29th June), etc.

Detailed explanation-4: -After which, Rizal decided to study in Spain.-He was awarded the Degree of Licentiate in Philosophy and Letters by the Universidad Central de Madrid June 19, 1885 with the rating of excellent.

Detailed explanation-5: -9 June-World accreditation day Another day among the special days in June is the world accreditation day which is organised by IAF and ILAC.

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