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DAYS AND YEARS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
When is International Day for Tolerance, recognized by the UN is observed?
A
December 11
B
November 29
C
November 16
D
August 9
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In 1996, the UN General Assembly adopted Resolution 51/95 proclaiming 16 November as International Day for Tolerance. This action followed the adoption of a Declaration of Principles on Tolerance by UNESCO’s Member States on 16 November 1995.

Detailed explanation-2: -International Day for Tolerance: 16 November.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Civil Rights Act of 1964, which banned discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, is established. The International Day of Tolerance is created as a way to commemorate the passing of The Declaration of Principles on Tolerance.

Detailed explanation-4: -The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 1995 the United Nations Year for Tolerance with UNESCO as the lead organization.

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