{"id":49966,"date":"2026-04-23T21:27:25","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T15:57:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=49966"},"modified":"2026-04-23T21:27:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T15:57:27","slug":"earth-day-2026-theme-importance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/","title":{"rendered":"Earth Day 2026 Theme Importance, History, MCQs and Key Facts for Competitive Exams"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#Earth_Day_2026_theme_importance_explained_for_competitive_exams_including_UPSC_SSC_Banking_and_State_PCS_Learn_date_history_significance_MCQs_and_FAQs_for_better_exam_preparation\" >Earth Day 2026 theme importance explained for competitive exams including UPSC, SSC, Banking and State PCS. Learn date, history, significance, MCQs and FAQs for better exam preparation.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#Earth_Day_2026_Overview_Theme_and_Global_Importance\" >Earth Day 2026 Overview, Theme and Global Importance<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%8C%B1_Introduction_to_Earth_Day_2026\" >\ud83c\udf31 Introduction to Earth Day 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%8C%8D_Earth_Day_2026_Theme_and_Its_Focus\" >\ud83c\udf0d Earth Day 2026 Theme and Its Focus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%8C%BF_Global_Observance_and_Activities\" >\ud83c\udf3f Global Observance and Activities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%8C%8E_Environmental_Significance_in_2026\" >\ud83c\udf0e Environmental Significance in 2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%E2%AD%90_Why_This_News_is_Important_for_Competitive_Exams\" >\u2b50 Why This News is Important for Competitive Exams<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%93%98_Relevance_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_and_State_PCS_Exams\" >\ud83d\udcd8 Relevance for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways and State PCS Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%8C%B1_Importance_in_Environment_and_Policy_Context\" >\ud83c\udf31 Importance in Environment and Policy Context<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%8C%8D_Analytical_Value_for_Exams\" >\ud83c\udf0d Analytical Value for Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%93%8A_Current_Affairs_Integration\" >\ud83d\udcca Current Affairs Integration<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%93%9A_Historical_Context_Earth_Day_Movement\" >\ud83d\udcda Historical Context: Earth Day Movement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Key_Takeaways_from_Earth_Day_2026\" >\ud83d\udccc Key Takeaways from Earth Day 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%A7%BE_Key_Takeaways_from_Earth_Day_2026\" >\ud83e\uddfe Key Takeaways from Earth Day 2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#FAQs_Earth_Day_2026\" >FAQs: Earth Day 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%8C%8D_What_is_Earth_Day_and_why_is_it_celebrated\" >\ud83c\udf0d What is Earth Day and why is it celebrated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%8C%B1_What_is_the_theme_of_Earth_Day_2026\" >\ud83c\udf31 What is the theme of Earth Day 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%8C%8E_Who_started_Earth_Day\" >\ud83c\udf0e Who started Earth Day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%8C%BF_Why_is_Earth_Day_important_for_students\" >\ud83c\udf3f Why is Earth Day important for students?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%8C%8F_How_many_countries_participate_in_Earth_Day\" >\ud83c\udf0f How many countries participate in Earth Day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#%F0%9F%8C%B3_What_activities_are_done_on_Earth_Day\" >\ud83c\udf33 What activities are done on Earth Day?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/earth-day-2026-theme-importance\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Earth_Day_2026_theme_importance_explained_for_competitive_exams_including_UPSC_SSC_Banking_and_State_PCS_Learn_date_history_significance_MCQs_and_FAQs_for_better_exam_preparation\"><\/span>Earth Day 2026 theme importance explained for competitive exams including UPSC, SSC, Banking and State PCS. Learn date, history, significance, MCQs and FAQs for better exam preparation.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Earth_Day_2026_Overview_Theme_and_Global_Importance\"><\/span>Earth Day 2026 Overview, Theme and Global Importance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%B1_Introduction_to_Earth_Day_2026\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf31 Introduction to Earth Day 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Earth Day is observed every year on <strong>22 April<\/strong> to raise global awareness about environmental protection and sustainability. In <strong>2026<\/strong>, Earth Day continues to be one of the most significant international environmental events, uniting more than a billion people across countries to promote climate action, conservation, and eco-friendly living. The day highlights urgent global challenges such as climate change, pollution, deforestation, and biodiversity loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%8D_Earth_Day_2026_Theme_and_Its_Focus\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf0d Earth Day 2026 Theme and Its Focus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The official <strong>Earth Day 2026 theme is \u201cOur Power, Our Planet\u201d<\/strong>. This theme emphasizes the collective responsibility of individuals, governments, and communities in addressing environmental challenges. It highlights the importance of renewable energy adoption, climate accountability, and community-driven environmental action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%BF_Global_Observance_and_Activities\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf3f Global Observance and Activities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Across the world, Earth Day is marked by activities such as tree plantation drives, cleanliness campaigns, awareness programs in schools and colleges, and environmental pledges. Governments and organizations also use this day to promote sustainable policies and climate-friendly innovations. The participation of citizens makes it a powerful grassroots movement for environmental change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%8E_Environmental_Significance_in_2026\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf0e Environmental Significance in 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2026, Earth Day has gained even more importance due to rising global temperatures, extreme weather events, and increasing pressure on natural resources. It serves as a reminder that environmental protection is not optional but essential for survival. The day encourages behavioral change toward sustainable consumption and responsible resource use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"earth-day-2026-theme-importance\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"earth day 2026 theme importance\" style=\"width:431px;height:auto\" title=\"earth day 2026 theme importance\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">earth day 2026 theme importance<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%AD%90_Why_This_News_is_Important_for_Competitive_Exams\"><\/span>\u2b50 Why This News is Important for Competitive Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%98_Relevance_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_and_State_PCS_Exams\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcd8 Relevance for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways and State PCS Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Earth Day 2026 is highly important for competitive exam aspirants because environmental awareness is a key part of <strong>General Studies, Current Affairs, and Environment &amp; Ecology sections<\/strong>. Questions related to international days, environmental movements, and climate change initiatives are frequently asked in exams like UPSC, PSC, SSC, NDA, CDS, and Banking exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%B1_Importance_in_Environment_and_Policy_Context\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf31 Importance in Environment and Policy Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The theme \u201cOur Power, Our Planet\u201d highlights global efforts toward renewable energy, sustainability, and climate responsibility. Understanding such themes helps candidates analyze government policies like climate action plans, green energy missions, and international environmental agreements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%8D_Analytical_Value_for_Exams\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf0d Analytical Value for Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Earth Day also connects with topics such as global warming, biodiversity conservation, carbon neutrality, and sustainable development goals (SDGs). For civil service aspirants, it helps in answer writing, essay papers, and interview discussions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8A_Current_Affairs_Integration\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcca Current Affairs Integration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Such international observances are often used in prelims MCQs and mains descriptive questions. Knowing the theme, date, and purpose helps students secure direct marks in objective exams and strengthen analytical answers in descriptive papers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%9A_Historical_Context_Earth_Day_Movement\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcda Historical Context: Earth Day Movement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Earth Day originated in <strong>1970 in the United States<\/strong>, initiated by Senator <strong>Gaylord Nelson<\/strong> after growing environmental concerns such as pollution and oil spills. The first Earth Day witnessed participation from over 20 million people, marking the beginning of the modern environmental movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The success of this movement led to major environmental reforms, including the establishment of environmental protection agencies and laws related to air and water quality. Over time, Earth Day evolved into a global movement involving more than <strong>190 countries and over 1 billion participants<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, it serves as one of the largest civic observances in the world, focusing on climate action and sustainable development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Key_Takeaways_from_Earth_Day_2026\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc Key Takeaways from Earth Day 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%A7%BE_Key_Takeaways_from_Earth_Day_2026\"><\/span>\ud83e\uddfe Key Takeaways from Earth Day 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S.No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Earth Day is observed every year on <strong>22 April<\/strong> globally<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The <strong>2026 theme is \u201cOur Power, Our Planet\u201d<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>It focuses on <strong>renewable energy, climate action, and sustainability<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Started in <strong>1970 in the USA by Senator Gaylord Nelson<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Now involves <strong>over 1 billion participants across 190+ countries<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">earth day 2026 theme importance<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Earth_Day_2026\"><\/span>FAQs: Earth Day 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%8D_What_is_Earth_Day_and_why_is_it_celebrated\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf0d What is Earth Day and why is it celebrated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Earth Day is a global environmental event observed on <strong>22 April every year<\/strong> to spread awareness about environmental protection, climate change, and sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%B1_What_is_the_theme_of_Earth_Day_2026\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf31 What is the theme of Earth Day 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The theme of Earth Day 2026 is <strong>\u201cOur Power, Our Planet\u201d<\/strong>, focusing on renewable energy and collective climate action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%8E_Who_started_Earth_Day\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf0e Who started Earth Day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Earth Day was started by <strong>Senator Gaylord Nelson<\/strong> in the United States in <strong>1970<\/strong> to promote environmental awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%BF_Why_is_Earth_Day_important_for_students\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf3f Why is Earth Day important for students?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Earth Day is important for students because it is frequently asked in <strong>competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, and State PCS<\/strong> under current affairs and environment topics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%8F_How_many_countries_participate_in_Earth_Day\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf0f How many countries participate in Earth Day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>More than <strong>190 countries<\/strong> participate in Earth Day activities worldwide, making it a global environmental movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%B3_What_activities_are_done_on_Earth_Day\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf33 What activities are done on Earth Day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Common activities include tree plantation, cleanliness drives, awareness campaigns, seminars, and environmental pledges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\"><\/span>Some Important Current Affairs Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/national\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">State Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" 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