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Current Affairs question from UPSC CSE-Prelims, 2018

The World AIDS Day is observed to raise awareness among people towards the problem of AIDS and HIV. It is observed every year all over the world on

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Correct Answer: Option A — 1st December
World AIDS Day was first conceived in 1987 and officially designated by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations General Assembly in 1988. It was the first-ever global health day and remains one of the most recognized international health awareness occasions.

Why 1st December?
The date was chosen to maximize media coverage and public engagement. It falls after the U.S. elections but before the Christmas holidays, providing a clear window for international news cycles to focus on the global response to the epidemic.
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Exam UPSC CSE
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