World Food Day 2023: 16 October

October 17, 2023

Current Context:World Food Day 2023 was observed on Monday, October 16. The theme for the year was "Water is life, water is food. Leave no one behind.

  • This day is celebrated to raise awareness about the importance of food security and nutrition. It emphasizes that access to proper food and nutrition is a basic human right.
  • The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) organized the Global World Food Day Ceremony on this day. They also hosted the third edition of Junior World Food Day on October 19, which featured stories, music, art, and dance.
  • The FAO encouraged everyone to take action for the future of food, people, and the planet. They stressed that we need to produce more food with less water, ensure equal distribution of water, safeguard our aquatic food systems, and leave no one behind.

Question:

Q.1 What was the date of World Food Day in 2023?
a. October 15
b. October 16
c. October 17
d. October 18

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