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When the UN Chinese Language Day celebrated around the world?
A)
April 20th
B)
April 19th
C)
April 18th
D)
April 17th

Correct Answer : Option (A) - April 20th


The UN Chinese Language Day is observed on April 20th annually. The day has been chosen to pay tribute to Cangjie, who is a mythical figure who is presumed to have invented Chinese characters about 5,000 years ago.
 
History of the UN Chinese Language Day : The UN Department of Public Information established the day in 2010 to celebrate multilingualism and cultural diversity as well as promote equal use of all six of its official working languages throughout the organization. The 1st Chinese Language Day was celebrated in 2010 on the 12th of November, but since 2011 the date has been on the 20th of April. The day celebrates multilingualism and cultural diversity as well as promotes equal use of all six of its official working languages throughout the organization.

Published On : April 20, 2022
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