World Refugee Day, June 20

World Refugee Day, June 20

Question- What is the theme of ‘World refugee day’ 2021?
(a) Together we heal, learn and shine.
(b) Together we can make a better future
(c) Together we can help each other
(d) Every action counts
Ans. (a)
Related Facts-

  • World Refugee Day is observed every year on June 20, by the United Nations to honor refugees around the globe.
  • It celebrates the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution.
  • World Refugee Day is an occasion to build empathy and understanding for their plight and to recognize their resilience in rebuilding their lives.
  • Refugees are the people forced to flee their country because of conflict, war, or persecution.
  • The theme of World Refugee Day 2021 is “Together we heal, learn and shine.”
  • World Refugee Day was held globally for the first time on June 20, 2001, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees.
  • It was originally known as Africa Refugee Day, before the United Nations General Assembly officially designated it as an international day in December 2000.

By- Yogesh Pratap Singh

Reference- https://www.indiatoday.in/information/story/world-refugee-day-2021-theme-history-significance-and-all-you-need-to-know-1817160-2021-06-20.