General Awareness Quiz for Bank Mains Exams 2023 -11th June

Q1. World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5 every year to raise awareness and encourage action for the protection of our planet. Which anniversary of World Environment Day has been hosted by Côte D’Ivoire this year, with the theme of “solutions to plastic pollution”?
(a) 60th
(b) 25th
(c) 75th
(d) 50th
(e) None of the above

Q2. The International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression is observed every year on which day to bring attention to children who experience various forms of aggression?
(a) June 15
(b) June 1
(c) June 8
(d) June 4
(e) None of the above

Q3. The theme for this year’s World Bicycle Day is “Riding Together for a Sustainable Future.” On which day World Bicycle Day is observed to recognize the bicycle as a simple, affordable, reliable, clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transport?
(a) 20 June
(b) 3 June
(c) 1 June
(d) 8 June
(e) None of the above

Q4. The theme of World Food Safety Day 2023 is “Food standards save lives.” On which day is World Food Safety day is celebrated annually across the globe to highlight the importance of maintaining food standards?
(a) June 18
(b) June 7
(c) June 2
(d) June 11
(e) None of the above

Q5. The Global Day of Parents is a special observance that recognizes the critical role parents play in the lives of their children and the well-being of society as a whole. On which day the Global Day of Parents is celebrated each year?
(a) June 1st
(b) June 5th
(c) June 27th
(d) June 20th
(e) None of the above

Q6. International Day for the Fight against Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing is celebrated on which day to raise awareness of the problem of illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing?
(a) June 2
(b) June 12
(c) June 5
(d) June 7
(e) None of the above

Q7. Every year on June 6, the United Nations celebrates UN _________Language Day, which was established by UNESCO in 2010.
(a) Chinese
(b) English
(c) French
(d) Russian
(e) None of the above

Q8. The observance of World Milk Day was created in the year 2001 by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations (UN) to promote the consumption and benefits of milk around the world. It is observed on which day?
(a) 7 June
(b) 24 June
(c) 1 June
(d) 18 June
(e) None of the above

Q9. Telangana Formation Day, observed annually on June 2nd, is a state public holiday in Telangana, India. It marks the commemoration of the formation of the state of Telangana. In which year Telangana was formed?
(a) 2014
(b) 2012
(c) 2016
(d) 2018
(e) None of the above

Q10. The theme of World Oceans Day 2023 is “Planet Ocean: The Tides are Changing.” On which day World Oceans Day is observed annually to promote ocean awareness and encourages people worldwide to take action towards protecting our marine environments?
(a) June 3
(b) June 8
(c) June 5
(d) June 20
(e) None of the above

Solutions

S1. Ans(d)
Sol. The 50th anniversary of World Environment Day was hosted by Côte D’Ivoire, with the theme of “solutions to plastic pollution”.
World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5 every year to raise awareness and encourage action for the protection of our planet. It was first established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1972, and since then, over 150 countries participate in various activities to celebrate this day.

S2. Ans (d)
Sol. The International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression, observed every year on June 4, brings attention to children who experience various forms of aggression.
It serves as a solemn reminder of the suffering endured by countless children globally, regardless of the specific type of abuse they endure.

S3. Ans(b)
Sol. World Bicycle Day is an annual event celebrated on June 3rd. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2018 to recognize the bicycle as a simple, affordable, reliable, clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transport.
The selection of this date is significant as it commemorates the anniversary of the invention of the bicycle by Karl von Drais in 1817. The theme for this year’s World Bicycle Day is “Riding Together for a Sustainable Future.”

S4.Ans (b)
Sol. World Food Safety day is celebrated on June 7 annually across the globe to highlight the importance of maintaining food standards. The day was aimed at inspiring the UN member nations to prioritise food safety standards and work collaboratively to protect consumers from foodborne diseases.

S5. Ans(a)
Sol. The Global Day of Parents is a special observance that recognizes the critical role parents play in the lives of their children and the well-being of society as a whole. Celebrated on June 1st each year, this day serves as an opportunity to honour and appreciate the dedication, love, and sacrifices of parents worldwide.

S6. Ans(c)
Sol. International Day for the Fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing is celebrated on June 5 every year. The day was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2017 to raise awareness of the problem of illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.

S7. Ans(d)
Sol. Every year on June 6, the United Nations celebrates UN Russian Language Day, which was established by UNESCO in 2010. This day aligns with the birthday of Alexander Pushkin, a renowned Russian poet known as the founder of the modern Russian language.
S8. Ans(c)
Sol. World Milk Day, observed every year on 1st June, was created in the year 2001 by Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations (UN) to promote the consumption and benefits of milk around the world.
In 2023, World Milk Day will focus on showcasing how dairy is reducing its environmental footprint, while also providing nutritious foods and livelihoods.

S9. Ans(a)
Sol. Telangana was formed on June 2nd, 2014.
The day is celebrated with various activities such as parades, cultural programs, and speeches. It is also an occasion to honor the sacrifices made by those who fought for the establishment of Telangana.

S10. Ans(b)
Sol. World Oceans Day, observed annually on June 8th, serves as a global reminder of the crucial role oceans play in sustaining life on Earth. Recognized by the United Nations, this day promotes ocean awareness and encourages people worldwide to take action towards protecting our marine environments.