Question: World Diabetes Day is observed on-
(a) 5 November
(b) 10 November
(c) 8 November
(d) 14 November
Answer: (d)
Related facts:
- World Diabetes Day was established in year 1991 by the International Diabetes Foundation (IDF) and the World Health Organization (WHO).
- In 2007 UN General Assembly adopted resolution designating 14th November as World Diabetes Day.
- This day is celebrated on the occasion of the birthday of Dr. Frederick Grant Banting.
- Insulin was discovered by Dr. Frederick Banting along with Charles Best.
- The theme for World Diabetes Day 2021-23 is access to diabetes care.