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World Habitat Day- October 2
October 2 , 2017
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- World Habitat Day is observed every year on the first Monday of October throughout the world.
- In 1986 it was officially designated by the United Nations.
- The purpose of the day is to reflect on the state of our cities and towns and the basic human right to adequate shelter. It also aims to remind the world of its collective responsibility for the habitat of future generations.
- The theme for World Habitat Day 2017 is ‘Housing Policies: Affordable Homes’
- Habitat Scroll of Honour awards have been given out by the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UNHSP) on the World Habitat Day. The award acknowledges initiatives that make remarkable contributions to fields related to human habitats.
- It is the most prestigious human settlements award in the world.
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