International Peace Day

international day of peace 2017

Question: When is ‘International Peace Day’ celebrated?
(a) September 20
(b) September 18
(c) September 16
(d) September 21
Ans: (d)
Related facts:-

  • On September 21st, 2017, ‘International Day of Peace’ was celebrated across the world.
  • In the year 2017, the theme of this day is “Together for Peace: Respect, Safety and Dignity for All”.
  • Established in 1981 by unanimous United Nations resolution, Peace Day provides a globally shared date for all humanity to commit to Peace above all differences and to contribute to building a Culture of Peace.
  • In the year 1982, the first ‘International Peace Day’ was celebrated.

Reference:
http://www.un.org/en/events/peaceday/
http://internationaldayofpeace.org/