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2023

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
When is world environment day celebrated?
A
June 1
B
June 6
C
June 21
D
June 5
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -World Environment Day. First held on 5 June 1973, World Environment Day has grown into a global platform for raising environmental awareness and spurring environmental action.

Detailed explanation-2: -World Environment Day was established in 1972 by the United Nations at the Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment ( 5–16 June 1972), that had resulted from discussions on the integration of human interactions and the environment. One year later, in 1974 the first WED was held with the theme “Only One Earth".

Detailed explanation-3: -World Environment Day 2022 is the biggest international day for the environment. Led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and held annually since 1973, it has grown to be the largest global platform for environmental outreach.

Detailed explanation-4: -The correct answer is 5th June. World Environment Day is celebrated every year since 1974 to create awareness regarding our environment among individuals.

Detailed explanation-5: -In 1972, the UN General Assembly designated 5 June as World Environment Day (WED). The first celebration, under the slogan “Only One Earth” took place in 1973.

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