International Day for the Eradication of Poverty: October 17

Q.  Which of the following statements is/are correct about International Day for the Eradication of Poverty?

1. International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed on October 17 each year since 1993.
2. “End poverty in all its forms everywhere by 2030” is one of the SDGs.
- Published on 20 Oct 15

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None

ANSWER: Both
 
- International Day for the Eradication of Poverty was officially recognized by the United Nations,but the first commemoration of the event took place in Paris, France, in 1987.
- Theme for this year is Building a sustainable future: Coming together to end poverty and discrimination.

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