Previous year MCQs

Current Affairs UPPSC 2017 GS-I
Question

What has been the theme of the 2017 World Population Day?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: Family planning: Empowering people, Developing Nations

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Family planning: Empowering people, Developing Nations ”.
Every year there is a specific theme for World Population Day and the theme of World Population Day 2022 is "A world of 8 billion: Towards a resilient future for all - Harnessing opportunities and ensuring rights and choices for all."

The theme of the 2017 World Population Day was "Family planning: Empowering people, Developing Nations".

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