Ganga River Dolphin Day

Ganga River Dolphin Day

Question: On which of the following date Ganga River Dolphin day is observed?
(a) 5 October
(b) 8 October
(c) First Sunday of October
(d) 20 October
Answer: (a)
Related Facts:

  • Ganga River Dolphin Day is observed every year on October 5.
  • It is observed to raise awareness and encourage conservation of Ganga River Dolphins.
  • In 2010, Ganga Dolphins were declared national aquatic animals.
  • The Gangetic Dolphins are included under the First Schedule of Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.

BY: AMIT GUPTA

Reference: https://www.wwfindia.org/about_wwf/priority_species/threatened_species/ganges_river_dolphin/dolphin_day/