40 Questions
What is the date of observance of World Seagrass Day?
1st March
What is the percentage of the ocean floor covered by seagrass meadows?
0.1%
What is the approximate number of square kilometers of seagrass meadows?
300,000 km2
What percentage of major fisheries depend on seagrass?
20%
How effective are seagrass meadows in reducing pathogenic marine bacteria?
50%
What percentage of seagrass meadows fall within marine protected areas?
26%
How much of the world's oceanic carbon is stored in seagrass meadows?
18%
How many distinct species of seagrass exist worldwide?
72
When was the ICDO constitution adopted?
17th October 1966
What is the primary function of ICDO?
To develop structures for protecting populations
What is the significance of 1st March in ICDO?
It marks the anniversary of ICDO’s constitution coming into force
What is the role of the Controller General of Accounts (CGA) in ICAS?
Head of the ICAS
When was the Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS) constituted?
1st March 1976
What is celebrated on 1st March every year in India?
Civil Accounts Day
What is the current Secretary-General of ICDO?
Njoupouo YAP Mariatou
How many member states does ICDO have?
60
What is the theme of World Hearing Day 2024?
Changing mindsets: Let's make ear and hearing care a reality for all!
Where is the headquarters of CITES located?
Genève, Switzerland
Who was the chief guest at the event?
Pramod Kumar
What is the name of the organization under which WWF EIACP PC-RP operates?
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
When is World Hearing Day observed?
March 3
Who decides the theme of World Hearing Day?
World Health Organization
What was International Ear Care Day renamed to in 2016?
World Hearing Day
How many people participated in the event?
150 people
What is the main focus of WWD 2024?
To highlight the significance of sustainable wildlife practices
What is the purpose of the CITES resolution?
To regulate international trade in wild fauna and flora
What is the significance of 3 March?
It is the day of the adoption of CITES in 1973
What is the role of the CITES Secretariat?
To facilitate the global observance of WWD
What is the outcome of CITES CoP16?
The designation of 3 March as World Wildlife Day
What is the theme of WWD 2024?
The transformative impact of digital interventions on ecosystems and communities
Who is the host of CITES CoP16?
The Kingdom of Thailand
What is the purpose of the 2024 celebration?
To facilitate intergenerational exchange and youth empowerment
What is the main goal of Global Recycling Day?
To promote the sustainable growth of recycling
What is the 3R's framework of recycling?
Refuse or Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle
How many million tonnes of garbage does India produce annually?
62 million tonnes
What is the estimated reduction in Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 2030?
1 billion tonnes
What is the percentage of the world's raw material needs supplied by recycled materials?
40%
What is the average yearly growth rate of garbage production in India?
4%
What is the name of the organization that established Global Recycling Day?
Bureau of International Recycling (BIR)
What are the three main types of waste in India?
Solid waste, plastic waste, and electronic waste
Study Notes
World Civil Defence Day
- The first-ever World Civil Defence Day was observed in 1990 by the United Nations (UN).
- Civil Defence Day was officially inaugurated by the ICDO in 2012.
- March 1st marks the anniversary of the ICDO’s constitution coming into force, which was adopted on 17th October 1966 and came into force on 1st March 1972.
International Civil Defence Organisation (ICDO)
- Established in 1931 as the “Association des Lieux de Genève” in Paris, France, and renamed as International Civil Defence Organisation (ICDO) in 1958.
- Became an intergovernmental organisation (IO) in 1972.
- Contributes to the development of structures ensuring the protection and assistance of populations and safeguards property and the environment in the face of natural and man-made disasters.
- Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with 60 member states, 16 observer states, and 22 affiliated members.
Civil Accounts Day
- Observed across India on 1 March to mark the Foundation Day of the Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS).
- Established in 1976 as a result of separating Audit and Accounts functions in Public Financial Administration.
- Headed by the Controller General of Accounts (CGA) of India.
World Seagrass Day
- Observed on 1 March annually to raise awareness about the importance of seagrass ecosystems.
- Seagrasses are marine flowering plants that grow submerged in shallow marine waters, providing ecosystem services and supporting marine biodiversity.
- There are 72 distinct species of seagrass, covering over 300,000 square kilometers in 159 countries.
World Wildlife Day
- Observed on 3 March annually to raise awareness about wildlife conservation and the importance of sustainable wildlife practices.
- The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) Secretariat facilitates the global observance.
- The day marks the adoption of CITES in 1973, which regulates international trade in wild fauna and flora.
World Hearing Day
- Observed on 3 March annually to raise awareness about hearing loss and promote ear and hearing care.
- The World Health Organization (WHO) decides the theme of the day and develops advocacy materials.
- The theme of WHD 2024 is ‘Changing mindsets: Let’s make ear and hearing care a reality for all!’
Global Recycling Day
- Observed on 18th March annually to promote the sustainable growth of recycling.
- Established by the Bureau of International Recycling (BIR) in 2018 to mark its 70th anniversary.
- Aims to promote recycling as a valuable resource, not just trash, and reduce Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions.
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