When International Mother Language Day is observed?

Daily Current Affairs Quiz 23 February 2021

When International Mother Language Day is observed?

A. 20 February

B. 21 February

C. 22 February

D. 23 February

Explanation:

International Mother Language Day is observed on 21 February each year to promote awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity and to promote multilingualism. The declaration came up in tribute to the Language Movement done by the Bangladeshis (the then East Pakistanis). In Bangladesh the 21 February is the anniversary of the day when Bangladeshis fought for recognition for the Bangla language.

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