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World Science Day for Peace and Development: 10 November

World Science Day for Peace and Development is celebrated each year on November 10 every year. This day is celebrated to highlight the important role that science play in society and the need to engage the wider public in debates on emerging scientific issues.

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The year 2021 marks the 20th edition of World Science Day for Peace and Development. With climate change becoming a serious threat to the lives of billions of people and the planet, this year’s celebration will highlight the importance of “Building Climate-Ready Communities”.

History of World Science Day for Peace and Development:

World Science Day was proclaimed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 2001 and celebrated for the first time in 2002.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • Director-General of UNESCO: Audrey Azoulay;
  • UNESCO formation: 4 November 1946;
  • UNESCO headquarters: Paris, France.

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