SDG - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the following is not one of the SDGs?

a. Reduce inequality within and among countries.
b. Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.
c. Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.
d. Combat HIV, malaria and other diseases
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Combat HIV, malaria and other diseases

Explanation:
Combat HIV, malaria and other diseases is not the SDG but MDG.

Achievements

HIV is halted by 2015 and begun to reverse the spread of HIV/AIDS
BY 2010, universal access to treatment for HIV/AIDS for all those who need it has been achieved.
2)   Which of the following statements is/are correct about International Day for the Eradication of Poverty?

1. International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed on October 17 each year since 1993.
2. “End poverty in all its forms everywhere by 2030” is one of the SDGs.

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Both

Explanation:
- International Day for the Eradication of Poverty was officially recognized by the United Nations,but the first commemoration of the event took place in Paris, France, in 1987.
- Theme for this year is Building a sustainable future: Coming together to end poverty and discrimination.

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