Important days in June 2020 that you must be aware of to improve your General Knowledge

Each year re are several important days which hold more importance than ors. Be it a festival, a historically significant day or a day of national importance, every month has some special days. Very often we are unaware of such special days unless we read about m somewhere or if someone tells us about m. But this should t be case, as in this fast-paced life, we need to be well-informed about special days in a month which require our attention.

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June is sixth month of an annual year which consists of 30 days overall and is named after Roman goddess Ju. Talking about important days in June 2020, re are a number of special days in June apart from 'Far's Day', like 'World Environment Day', 'World Oceans Day' amongst several ors that one needs to kw about for improving ir overall general kwledge. 

Keeping a tab on important days in June alongside or months will t only help us stay updated but can also cater to one’s preparation for competitive exams.

Important Days in June 2020

1 June: World Milk Day and Global Day of Parents

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first day of month June 1, 2020, marks two special events in June i.e 'World Milk Day' and 'Global Parents Day'.

'World Milk Day' is observed to ackwledge contribution of milk and or dairy products in society in relevance to ecomic growth and development as dairy sector helps in sustainable development of nation. On or hand, 'Global Day of Parents' is celebrated in order to aptly recognize and hor parents across globe for ir selfless love and lifelong support towards ir children. 

2 June: International Sex Workers Day and Telangana Formation Day

Once again two special days in June 2020 as celebrated on same date i.e. June 2 which are 'International Sex Workers Day' and 'Telangana Formation Day'.

' International Sex Workers Day' is celebrated post-June 2,1975 after 100 sex-workers came toger and raised concerns regarding ir dishourable working conditions and work ethics. Unfortunately, Church of Sant-Nizier in Lyon, France where y assembled was callously raided by police officials. This event furr became a topic of national concern and since n day is observed to preserve rights of sex-workers on a global scale.

Ar special day celebrated on June 2 is 'Telangana Formation Day'. As name suggests, it is celebrated to commemorate day when  29th State in India was added in country in 2014. People celebrate this day with lots of gusto in state of Telangana.   

3 June: World Bicycle Day

General Assembly of UN anunced June 3 to be celebrated as International World Bicycle Day each year in order to recognise versatility and environment-friendly nature of bicycles as means of transport which also helps in keeping one fit and is environment-friendly.

4 June:  International Day of Incent Children Victims of Aggression

' International Day of Incent Children Victims of Aggression' is observed each year on June 4. It is a day to raise awareness about children who have faced harassment of any sort in ir lives, and eradicate such a practice from society. 

5 June: World Environment Day

Out of all important days in June, this day is a highly table one. On June 5 every year, 'World Environment Day' is celebrated for creating awareness regarding protection of environment around us. We can protect our environment by adopting certain changes in our regular lifestyle. 

7 June: World Food Safety Day

Food and food safety is highly important for our livelihood. Thus in order to achieve SDG 2020, we need to take care of food safety. To be aware off harmful consequences of contaminated food and water, this day is celebrated. Additionally, or aim to celebrate this is to eradicate diseases like food poisoning and jaundice too.

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8 June: World Brain Tumour Day

' World Brain Tumour Day' is observed on June 8 each year in order to draw people's attention globally towards  disease of Brain Tumor. It is also observed to spread awareness regarding its prevention and treatment. 

8 June: World Oceans Day

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June 8 is celebrated as 'World Oceans Day' so that public attention can be drawn towards oceans and aquatic life. It is a day to spread awareness regarding conservation of oceans and preventing it from water pollution. 

12 June: World Day Against Child Labour

Child Labour is a major area of concern so as to spread awareness about this heius crime. 'World Day Against Child Labour' is observed on June 12 every day.

14 June: World Blood Dor Day

For spreading awareness about significance of blood donations and dors, 'World Blood Dor Day' is celebrated on June 14 each year. On this day, blood dors also get recognised for ir contribution to a social cause.

15 June: World Wind Day and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

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Both 'World Wind Day' and 'World Elder Abuse Awareness Day' are observed on June 15 each every.

'World Wind Day' is celebrated to encour and advance wind energy for activities. On or hand, Elder Abuse is raising concern in India. In order to educate young minds about importance of elder wellbeing,  World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is observed. Wherein awareness programmes are organised in order to create awareness about prevention of elder abuse. United Nations General Assembly also ackwledged this day an important one. 

16 June: Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev

To remember and embrace sacrifice of Martyr Guru Arjan Dev Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Day is observed on June 16. He was a first of two gurus who were brutally tortured and killed by Mughal Emperor Jahangir.

17 June: World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought (International)

Since 1994, 'World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought' day observed to create awareness about repercussions of Droughts and ways to combat Desertification. On this day, various unconventional ways are taught to individuals in order to fight issues related to Desertification and Drought. UN General Assembly developed this day.

18 June: Autistic Pride Day and International Picnic Day

A day on which autistic children and adults along with ir families assemble toger and celebrate ir lives irrespective of ir life struggles and hardships is called 'World Refugee Day (International)'. Amidst most important days in June, this day is celebrated with a lot of galore globally. 'Picnic Day' is celebrated to enjoy quality time with family and friends outdoors on a picnic.

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19 June: World Sickle Cell Awareness Day and World Sauntering Day 

Sickle Cell Disease affects  haemoglobin level in our body in a massive way, which leads to low oxygen in our body. In order to create awareness about this disease, 'World Sickle Cell Awareness Day' is celebrated each year on June 19. Apart from this, ar special day, 'World Sauntering Day' is also celebrated across globe to remind people that life is beyond worries, and one should enjoy it to fullest.

20 June: World Refugee Day (International)

A day which highlights  trials and tribulations faced by Refugees each day. 'World Refugee Day' is observed to create understanding about how people can support refugees by contributing something for ir welfare.  

21 June: World Music Day and World Hydrography Day

'World Music Day' is celebrated on June 21. It is a day to cherish and gusto Music on a global level and how music can bring harmony between nation. Ar important day, 'World Hydrography Day' is observed on same date to raise awareness about 'International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO)' and hydrography science.

21 June (3rd Sunday of June): International Yoga Day and World Far’s Day

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'International Yoga Day; and 'Far's Day' are amidst most-awaited and special days in June every year. 'International Yoga Day' is celebrated to raise awareness about inclusion of Yoga in our daily lives. 'Far's Day', on or hand, is celebrated on 3rd Sunday of every June each year. A day on which children thank ir fars with gifts and cards for ir relentless support and selfless love for m. day is celebrated with a lot of enthusiasm internationally.  

23 June: International Olympic Day and United Nations Public Service Day

'International Olympic Day' is observed on June 23 to draw people's focus on significance of sports in regular life.  United Nations Public Service Day is celebrated on June 23 as well,  to recognise and facilitate work of public servants towards society. 

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23 June: International Widow's Day

On June 23 each year International Widow's Day is observed in order to spread awareness about human rights for widows who unfortunately suffer a lot of backlash post demise of ir respective spouses. 

26 June: International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking and International Day in Support of Victims of Torture

' International Day against Drug Abuse' is created by United Nations General Assembly in order to promote a Drug-Free society. Along with this, 'International Day in Support of Victims of Torture' is also observed on June 26 every year to eliminate torture and or demonic activities relating to punishment and inhumane treatments

30 June: World Asteroid Day

' Asteroid Day' is celebrated on June 30 every year with regard to remembrance of Siberian Tunguska asteroid. On this special day, many programmes relating to creating awareness about  study of Asteroids are also run by UN, by providing online educations to an individual.

All se days and dates are considered as special days in June 2020. Additionally, a track of se dates will t only help you stay updated on your General Awareness front but will also enhance your kwledge on a larger scale.