Question: When is ‘World Metrology Day’ celebrated?
(a) 21st May
(b) 20th May
(c) 23rd May
(d) 24th May
Answer- (b)
Related facts:
- World Metrology Day was celebrated on May 20th, 2017 across the world.
- The theme of this day for year 2017 is ‘Measurements for Transport’.
- This date was chosen in recognition of the signing of the Metre Convention on 20 May 1875.
- This convention provides the basis for a coherent measurement system worldwide that underpins scientific discovery and innovation, industrial manufacturing and international trade, as well as the improvement of the quality of life and the protection of the global environment.
Reference:
http://www.worldmetrologyday.org/
http://www.worldmetrologyday.org/press_release.html