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Detailed explanation-1: -’Maitri Diwas’ to be celebrated in 18 countries on 6 December to commemorate India Bangladesh friendship. ‘Maitri Diwas’ marking the day India recognised Bangladesh ten days before its liberation on 16 December 1971 will be celebrated in 18 countries across the world.

Detailed explanation-2: -It is on this day in 1971 that India recognized an independent and sovereign Bangladesh, ten days before Bangladesh’s liberation. The decision to mark December 6 as Maitri Diwas was taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina during PM Modi’s state visit to Bangladesh in March 2021.

Detailed explanation-3: -’Matiri Diwas’ marking recognition to Bangladesh by India celebrated in Dhaka. The 51st anniversary of ‘Maitri Diwas’ marking the recognition granted to Bangladesh by India in 1971 was celebrated in Dhaka on Tuesday, 6th December.

Detailed explanation-4: -UPSC Mains. Q. ‘Maitri Diwas’ is celebrated every 6th December by India, to commemorate the diplomatic ties with which country? Notes: Every year, the 6th December is celebrated by India as ‘Maitri Diwas” to remember the establishment of diplomatic ties between India and Bangladesh.

Detailed explanation-5: -6 December - BR Ambedkar’s death anniversary The day is observed to commemorate his unforgettable contribution to society and his achievements.