GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

DAYS AND YEARS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
When is International Mountain Day observed-
A
December 11
B
December 20
C
October 24
D
November 14
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -International Mountain Day is celebrated annually on December 11 to increase public awareness of the value of mountains to both life and climate. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) established International Mountain Day to recognise the importance of mountains.

Detailed explanation-2: -National days on Mon Dec 11th, 2023. Explore worldwide events, festivals, funny, weird, and national days on this day! It’s Green Monday, National Have a Bagel Day, International Mountain Day, National Noodle Ring Day, A Blue Christmas… and much more!

Detailed explanation-3: -The formation of International Mountain Day history dates back to 1992 when Agenda 21 “Managing Fragile Ecosystems: Sustainable Mountain Development” of Chapter 13 was adopted at the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development. No doubt, it put a milestone in the history of mountain development.

Detailed explanation-4: -Mountain Day, known as ‘Yama-no-Hi’ in Japanese, is officially announced as a public holiday-bringing the total number of public holidays in Japan to 16. Mountain Day, a holiday promoting love for Japan’s mountains, takes place after persistent campaigns by various mountain-related groups.

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