😳 *WHY?* ❓❓
*Why is the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty observed on 17 October?*
On 17 October 1987, over a hundred thousand people gathered at the Trocadéro in Paris, where the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was signed in 1948, to honour the victims of extreme poverty, violence and hunger. The UN General Assembly declared the Day through resolution 47/196 on 22 December 1992. The 2026 observance focuses on “Safe Homes for All”.
📚 *GK TODAY*
17 October — Important Day
* International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, declared by the UN General Assembly in 1992.
GK Question: Who was chosen by Mahatma Gandhi as the first satyagrahi of the Individual Satyagraha, launched on 17 October 1940?
Answer: Acharya Vinoba Bhave. He began the campaign at Paunar near Wardha with an anti-war speech opposing India’s involvement in the Second World War.
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🐣💐 *BORN TODAY*
*Anil Kumble* (born 17 October 1970)
The legendary leg-spinner was born in Bengaluru (then Bangalore), Karnataka. He took 619 Test wickets and, with 10/74 against Pakistan in Delhi in 1999, joined Jim Laker as only the second bowler to take all ten wickets in a Test innings. He later captained and coached India, and received the Padma Shri in 2005.
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*IDIOMS & PHRASES*
“Make ends meet”
Meaning: To earn just enough money to pay for one’s basic needs.
Example: When his father lost his job, Chintu’s family cut expenses to make ends meet.
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📖 *SYNONYMS & ANTONYMS*
* Poverty: Penury × Affluence
* Eradicate: Eliminate × Establish
* Generous: Charitable × Miserly
🧬 *HEALTH CARE: HEALTHY HABITS* 🩺
Fasting the healthy way (Navratri)
🍎 Break your fast with fruits, curd or a handful of nuts.
💧 Sip water, buttermilk or coconut water through the day.
🥜 Prefer roasted makhana or boiled snacks over fried items.
🍽️ Eat small portions at regular intervals, not one heavy meal.
🩺 People with diabetes, pregnancy or chronic illness should consult a doctor before fasting.
Note: These are general wellness suggestions and do not replace professional medical advice.
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