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World Day of the Handicapped : 3rd December 2021

World Handicapped day also known as the International Day of Persons with disabilities is observed every year on 3rd December globally. The day is marked and observed to support critical issues which are related to the inclusion of persons with disabilities. The IDPWD day was proclaimed in 1992 by the United Nations General Assembly.

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The theme of the World Day of the Handicapped 2021 is the Leadership and participation of persons with disabilities. The day is celebrated to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in all spheres of society and development, and to increase awareness of the situation of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • United Nations Secretary-general: António Guterres;
  • United Nations Headquarters: New York, United States;
  • United Nations Founded: 24 October 1945.

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