World Pulses Day 2026 – February 10

Current Context: The World Pulses Day 2026 was celebrated globally on 10 February, designated by the United Nations General Assembly.

 

• The theme for 2026 was “Pulses of the world: from modesty to excellence”.
• It highlighted the nutritional richness, culinary diversity, and sustainability value of pulses.
• The day emphasized their role in achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, especially in food security and climate resilience.
• India, being the largest producer, consumer, and importer of pulses, marked the occasion with awareness campaigns.

Question:

Q.1 What was the theme of World Pulses Day 2026?
a) Pulses for a Healthy Planet
b) Nourishing Soils and People
c) Pulses of the world: from modesty to excellence
d) Sustainable Food for All

Answer: c) The theme for 2026 was “Pulses of the world: from modesty to excellence”