World Environment Day 2026 Observed Globally with 'Now For Climate' Focus
The official theme chosen for the 2026 edition of World Environment Day is 'Now For Climate'.
Azerbaijan is hosting the 2026 celebrations, which are organized in partnership with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
Important environmental milestones, international organizations, and themes are static and dynamic priorities for almost all state and central competitive exams.
Key Facts / Static GK
UNEP Executive Director: Inger Andersen
World Environment Day First Observed: 1974
Practice Quiz — 5 June 2026
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the recent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) elections: 1. Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe have been elected as non-permanent members. 2. Their two-year term will commence on 1 January 2027. 3. They will replace members including Denmark, Greece, and Pakistan. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q2. What is the maximum subsidy amount provided to households for installing a rooftop solar system of 3 kW or more under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana?
Q3. With reference to Flex-Fuel Vehicles (FFVs) in India, consider the following statements: 1. They can operate on fuel blends ranging from E20 to E100. 2. The country's first flex-fuel passenger car is developed by Maruti Suzuki. Which of the statement(s) is/are correct?
Q4. Which central ministry has launched 'Mission Senehjori' to transform Assam's Muga Silk into a global luxury brand?
Q5. The Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO) was recently established as a joint bilateral initiative between India and which other country?
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