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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: -The correct answer is Bangladesh. Maitri Diwas is being observed on 6 Dec to mark India recognizing the newly-formed country Bangladesh in 1971. The occasion will be observed in 18 countries across the world. Ten days before the liberation of Bangladesh, India had recognized Bangladesh on December 6, 1971.

Detailed explanation-3: -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-4: -6 December - BR Ambedkar’s death anniversary The day is observed to commemorate his unforgettable contribution to society and his achievements.

Detailed explanation-5: -51st anniversary of ‘#MaitriDiwas’ marking the recognition granted to Bangladesh by India in 1971 was celebrated in Dhaka on Tuesday, 6th December. 51st anniversary of ‘#MaitriDiwas’ marking the recognition granted to Bangladesh by India in 1971 was celebrated in Dhaka on Tuesday, 6th December.