International Day of Women in Diplomacy Celebrated Globally on June 24
The day recognizes the crucial contributions made by women in foreign policy, international relations, conflict resolution, and multilateral decision-making.
Established by the United Nations General Assembly, this observance aims to promote gender equality in global diplomatic missions.
Understanding international observances and their focus areas is highly relevant for general awareness and static GK sections of civil and banking exams.
Key Facts / Static GK
UNGA Headquarters: New York, US
First female President of UNGA: Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit (India, 1953)
Practice Quiz — 24 June 2026
Q1. Under which specific developmental operation has the World Bank approved the $1.5 billion financing to boost private sector jobs in India?
Q2. Which is the first Indian Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) to utilize the RBI's subsidized hedging facility for its $300 million dollar bond issuance?
Q3. Consider the following statements regarding the Government's stake sale in IRFC: 1. The government plans to divest up to 2% stake through an Offer for Sale (OFS). 2. The sale includes a 1% base offer and a 1% Green Shoe Option. 3. IRFC is a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Railways. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q4. Which Indian fintech startup recently obtained its first international payment service license in Canada to expand its cross-border services?
Q5. NHAI has partnered with which organization to set up India's first permanent research centre dedicated to transport and logistics economics?
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