World Leprosy Day 2024- January 28

Current Context: World Leprosy Day (WLD) is celebrated on the last Sunday of January. In 2024, World Leprosy Day falls on Sunday, January 28.

• The theme for World Leprosy Day 2024 is “Beat Leprosy”.
• This theme encapsulates the dual objectives of the day: to eradicate the stigma associated with leprosy and to promote the dignity of people affected by the disease.
• The theme of “Beat Leprosy” serves as a powerful reminder of the need to address the social and psychological aspects of leprosy, alongside the medical efforts to eliminate the disease.
• It calls for a world where leprosy is no longer a source of stigma but rather an opportunity to demonstrate compassion and respect for all individuals.

Question:

Q.1 What is the theme for World Leprosy Day 2024?
a. Beat Leprosy
b. End Leprosy
c. Fight Leprosy
d. Cure Leprosy