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What is the date of observance of World Seagrass Day?
What is the date of observance of World Seagrass Day?
- 1st April
- 1st March (correct)
- 1st May
- 1st February
What is the percentage of the ocean floor covered by seagrass meadows?
What is the percentage of the ocean floor covered by seagrass meadows?
- 1%
- 0.1% (correct)
- 0.01%
- 10%
What is the approximate number of square kilometers of seagrass meadows?
What is the approximate number of square kilometers of seagrass meadows?
- 400,000 km2
- 300,000 km2 (correct)
- 100,000 km2
- 200,000 km2
What percentage of major fisheries depend on seagrass?
What percentage of major fisheries depend on seagrass?
How effective are seagrass meadows in reducing pathogenic marine bacteria?
How effective are seagrass meadows in reducing pathogenic marine bacteria?
What percentage of seagrass meadows fall within marine protected areas?
What percentage of seagrass meadows fall within marine protected areas?
How much of the world's oceanic carbon is stored in seagrass meadows?
How much of the world's oceanic carbon is stored in seagrass meadows?
How many distinct species of seagrass exist worldwide?
How many distinct species of seagrass exist worldwide?
When was the ICDO constitution adopted?
When was the ICDO constitution adopted?
What is the primary function of ICDO?
What is the primary function of ICDO?
What is the significance of 1st March in ICDO?
What is the significance of 1st March in ICDO?
What is the role of the Controller General of Accounts (CGA) in ICAS?
What is the role of the Controller General of Accounts (CGA) in ICAS?
When was the Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS) constituted?
When was the Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS) constituted?
What is celebrated on 1st March every year in India?
What is celebrated on 1st March every year in India?
What is the current Secretary-General of ICDO?
What is the current Secretary-General of ICDO?
How many member states does ICDO have?
How many member states does ICDO have?
What is the theme of World Hearing Day 2024?
What is the theme of World Hearing Day 2024?
Where is the headquarters of CITES located?
Where is the headquarters of CITES located?
Who was the chief guest at the event?
Who was the chief guest at the event?
What is the name of the organization under which WWF EIACP PC-RP operates?
What is the name of the organization under which WWF EIACP PC-RP operates?
When is World Hearing Day observed?
When is World Hearing Day observed?
Who decides the theme of World Hearing Day?
Who decides the theme of World Hearing Day?
What was International Ear Care Day renamed to in 2016?
What was International Ear Care Day renamed to in 2016?
How many people participated in the event?
How many people participated in the event?
What is the main focus of WWD 2024?
What is the main focus of WWD 2024?
What is the purpose of the CITES resolution?
What is the purpose of the CITES resolution?
What is the significance of 3 March?
What is the significance of 3 March?
What is the role of the CITES Secretariat?
What is the role of the CITES Secretariat?
What is the outcome of CITES CoP16?
What is the outcome of CITES CoP16?
What is the theme of WWD 2024?
What is the theme of WWD 2024?
Who is the host of CITES CoP16?
Who is the host of CITES CoP16?
What is the purpose of the 2024 celebration?
What is the purpose of the 2024 celebration?
What is the main goal of Global Recycling Day?
What is the main goal of Global Recycling Day?
What is the 3R's framework of recycling?
What is the 3R's framework of recycling?
How many million tonnes of garbage does India produce annually?
How many million tonnes of garbage does India produce annually?
What is the estimated reduction in Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 2030?
What is the estimated reduction in Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 2030?
What is the percentage of the world's raw material needs supplied by recycled materials?
What is the percentage of the world's raw material needs supplied by recycled materials?
What is the average yearly growth rate of garbage production in India?
What is the average yearly growth rate of garbage production in India?
What is the name of the organization that established Global Recycling Day?
What is the name of the organization that established Global Recycling Day?
What are the three main types of waste in India?
What are the three main types of waste in India?
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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Learn about the history of the International Civil Defence Organisation (ICDO) and its significance. Discover the importance of World Civil Defence Day and its connection to the ICDO's constitution.
