Q. World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is observed on June 17th every year. Consider the following statements with reference to it:
1.Its objective is to promote public awareness to combat desertification.
2.This year’s theme was Global Land, Global Home, Global Future.
3.Agenda for Sustainable development Goal 15 emphasizes the need to halt and reverse land degradation.
Which of the above given statements is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation: Combat Desertification and Drought
- World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought Observed every year on 17 June.
- Its aim is to promote public awareness of international efforts to combat desertification.
- Theme for 2017 was: “Our Land. Our Home. Our Future.” The focus was on the relation between land degradation and migration.
- The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development especially the Goal 15 emphasizes the need to halt and reverse land degradation.
Source: ForumIAS
