26 June - International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

Current Context: On June 26th, we observe the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, also known as World Drug Day.

• Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1987, this day serves as a reminder of the global commitment to creating a society free of drug abuse.
• The theme for this year’s campaign is “The evidence is clear: invest in prevention.
• ” It emphasizes evidence-based approaches, compassion, and solidarity in addressing the multifaceted challenge posed by drug use worldwide.

Question:

1 When is the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking observed?

• A) June 26th
• B) July 1st
• C) May 20th
• D) September 15th

Answer: A) On June 26th, we observe the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, also known as World Drug Day.