CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -World Biofuel Day is observed every year on 10th August to create awareness about the importance of non-fossil fuels as an alternative to conventional fossil fuels and to highlight the various efforts made by the Government in the biofuel sector.

Detailed explanation-2: -The theme for this year’s World Biofuel Day is ‘Biofuels for Sustainability and Rural Income’.

Detailed explanation-3: -World Biofuel Day is observed on August 10 every year. It is observed to raise awareness about the importance of alternatives to conventional fossil fuels, additionally the government of India’s efforts to enhance the biofuel sector.

Detailed explanation-4: -The ministry of petroleum and natural gas of India has been celebrating World Biofuel Day since 2015.

Detailed explanation-5: -“Biofuel is an inexhaustible, biodegradable fuel manufactured from Biomass.” Biofuel is considered pure and the easiest available fuels on planet earth. Biofuels are obtained from biomass like wood and straw, which are released by direct combustion of dry matter and convert into a gaseous and liquid fuel.