International Day for the Eradication of Poverty

International Day For The Eradication Of Poverty

Question: International Day for the Eradication of Poverty celebrated on-

a. 16 October
b. 17 October
c. 18 October
d. 12 October

Ans (b)

Related Facts:

  • The United Nations’ (UN) International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed on October 17 each year since 1993.
  • It is celebrated to promote people’s awareness of the need to eradicate poverty and destitution worldwide, particularly in developing countries.
  • Theme of the year 2015 is: “Building a sustainable future: Coming together to end poverty and discrimination”.

Reference:

http://www.un.org/en/events/povertyday/