Global Wind Day is observed globally on June 15 every year to highlight the immense possibilities of wind power in transitioning to a clean energy future.
The designated theme for Global Wind Day 2026 is 'Wind Energy: From Ambition to Acceleration'.
The event is spearheaded globally by the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) and WindEurope to build consumer awareness and push policy action.
Exam Perspective: Global environmental campaigns, targets, and thematic days are critical areas of study for climate action and sustainability topics.
Key Facts / Static GK
Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) HQ: Brussels, Belgium
GWEC was established in 2005.
Practice Quiz — 15 June 2026
Q1. Which of the following statements regarding the RELIEF Scheme 2026 is correct?
Answer: (C) MSME exporters without insurance can get up to 50% reimbursement. — Under the RELIEF Scheme, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) exporters without ECGC insurance receive up to 50% reimbursement, with a limit of ₹50 lakh.
Q2. At which of the following venues was the first edition of the 'Bharat Innovates 2026' event inaugurated, where the ATL Bridge was launched?
Answer: (B) Palais des Expositions de Nice, Nice — The 'Bharat Innovates 2026' exhibition was inaugurated at the Palais des Expositions de Nice, Nice, France, where the India-France ATL Bridge was launched.
Q3. What is the new verified viewership benchmark established by the Ministry of Ayush to claim the Guinness World Record for the most viewed live yoga stream?
Answer: (C) 4,35,831 — The Ministry of Ayush set a new Guinness World Record with 4,35,831 verified concurrent viewers on its YouTube Live Yoga Stream, surpassing the 2024 record of 2,46,252 viewers.
Q4. Which of the following regional festivals is primarily celebrated in Odisha to welcome the monsoon and pay tribute to the fertility of Mother Earth?
Answer: (B) Raja Parba — Raja Parba is a prominent agrarian festival celebrated in Odisha that marks the onset of the monsoon and honors the fertility and womanhood of Mother Earth.
Q5. With reference to the recent initiative by the Ministry of Rural Development, consider the following statements:
1. 700 SHE-MARTs and 1,000 District Fulfilment Centres are to be established.
2. The initiative is being implemented under the DAY-NRLM framework.
3. The e-SARAS Portal will be revamped into a Multi-Vendor Marketplace.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: (D) All 1, 2, and 3 — All statements are correct. The Ministry of Rural Development will establish 700 SHE-MARTs and 1,000 District Fulfilment Centres under the DAY-NRLM to empower women, alongside revamping the e-SARAS portal.
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