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2019

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
We are celebrating’ World Space Week’ on which term?
A
1-7 Oct
B
2-8 Oct
C
4-10 Oct
D
3-9 Oct
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The ‘World Space Week’ is celebrated every year between October 4 and October 10 to commemorate the launch of Sputnik-1 - earth’s first artificial satellite - on October 4, 1957 as well as to observe the signing of the historical treaty for “peaceful use of outer space ", 10 years later on October 10, 1967.

Detailed explanation-2: -World Space Week is an international celebration of science and technology, and their contribution to the betterment of the human condition. The United Nations General Assembly declared in 1999 that World Space Week will be held each year from October 4-10.

Detailed explanation-3: -World Space Week is the largest annual space event in the world. the weeks helps build up the workforce of tomorrow by inspiring students; demonstrates visible public support for the space programme; educates the public about space activities; and fosters international cooperation in space outreach and education.

Detailed explanation-4: -Annual themes In 2022, theme of World Space Week is “Space and Sustainability.". In 2021, “Women in Space” was the theme.

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