QUIZATHON - September Round 2

The International Literacy Day, which was proclaimed in 1966 to emphasize the vital importance of literacy to individuals, communities, and nations, is observed on which day?

• September 7th

• September 8th

• September 9th

• September 10th

Which organization established International Literacy Day?

• WHO

• UNICEF

• UNESCO

• World Bank

What is the official theme for International Literacy Day 2025?

• Literacy for Peace and Development

• Promoting Multilingual Education: Literacy for Mutual Understanding and Peace

• Promoting Literacy in the Digital Era

• Empowering Women Through Literacy

In what ways has the digital age changed the way we approach literacy?

• Digital devices have replaced the need for reading altogether.

• The digital age has simplified literacy to only reading and writing.

• Literacy has become less important in the digital age.

• The digital age has broadened literacy to include digital literacy, increased access to information, and emphasized critical thinking.

What is the relationship between literacy rates and economic development?

• Economic development has no impact on literacy rates.

• Higher literacy rates lead to increased unemployment.

• Lower literacy rates are associated with better economic growth.

• Higher literacy rates contribute to stronger economic development.

The decision to observe International Literacy Day on September 8 originated from the World Conference of Ministers of Education on the Eradication of Illiteracy held in which city?

• Paris

• Tehran

• New York

• Geneva

What is the key focus of the 2025 theme on digital literacy?

• Encouraging multilingual education

• Bridging the digital literacy gap globally

• Promoting print literacy only

• Limiting digital access

Which Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) aligns closely with International Literacy Day's mission?

• SDG 1

• SDG 2

• SDG 3

• SDG 4

What was a primary goal of the 1965 World Conference of Ministers of Education that led to ILD?

• To promote universal healthcare

• Eradication of illiteracy globally

• Launching new universities

• Establishing internet access worldwide

When is the International Day to Protect Education from Attack observed every year?

• September 7

• September 8

• September 9

• September 10