First-Ever UN World Sustainable Transport Day – November 26, 2023

Current Context: The United Nations General Assembly designated November 26, 2023, as the first-ever World Sustainable Transport Day.

• This day recognizes the important role of safe, affordable, accessible, and sustainable transport systems for all in supporting sustainable economic growth, improving the social welfare of people, and enhancing international cooperation and trade among countries.
• The UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, emphasized the importance of cleaner energy to combat climate change on this day.
• The day was dedicated to recognizing the crucial role of secure, cost-effective, accessible, and environmentally sustainable transportation systems.

Question:

Q.1 Who emphasized the importance of cleaner and greener transportation systems on the first World Sustainable Transport Day?
a. The President of the United States
b. The Prime Minister of India
c. The UN Secretary-General
d. The Director-General of the World Health Organization