Previous Year Question
The World Environment Day is celebrated on
A.
December 1
B.
June 5
C.
November 14
D.
August 15
Correct Answer: B
Detailed Solution
World Environment Day is observed every year on 5 June.
Following the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment held in Stockholm in 1972, the United Nations General Assembly designated 5 June as World Environment Day.
It was first observed in 1973. Its purpose is to increase global awareness of environmental problems and encourage governments, institutions and individuals to take action for environmental protection.