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The World Health Day is observed every year on 7 April, under the sponsorship of the World Health Organization (WHO). In 1948, the WHO held the First World Health Assembly. The Assembly decided to celebrate 7 April of each year, with effect from 1950, as the World Health Day. The World Health Day is held to mark WHO’s founding, and
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In India 5th April 1964 marks the National Maritime Day of India. On this day in 1919 navigation history was created when SS Loyalty, the first ship of The Scindia Steam Navigation Company Ltd., journeyed to the United Kingdom, a crucial step for India shipping history when sea routes were controlled by the British. According to historians,
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International Day for Mine Awareness observes 4th April around the world. This day aims to raise awareness about landmines and progress toward their eradication. On 8 December 2005, the United Nations (UN) General Assembly declared that April 4 of each year would be officially proclaimed and observed as International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance
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We are celebrating World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) on every April 2. Now we are going to celebrate eighth annual World Autism Awareness Day. Every year, autism organizations around the world celebrate the day with unique fundraising and awareness-raising events. It was designated by the United Nations General Assembly resolution “62/139. World Autism Awareness Day,” adopted on
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April Fools’ Day sometimes called All Fools’ Day is celebrated on 1 April every year.It is is one of the most light-hearted days of the year. It is not a national holiday, but is widely recognized and celebrated in various countries as a day when people play practical jokes and hoaxes on each other called April fools.. Its origins are uncertain. Some see
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List of all the important days held in April month and festivals in India all over the world. This General Knowledge useful to your upcoming competitive examinations like UPSC, IBPS, TNPSC, NDA, MPSC,Railway,etc., Apr 01 April Fool’s Day Apr 02 World Autism Awareness Day (UN) Apr 04 International Day for Mine Awareness Apr 05 National
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