{"id":54986,"date":"2026-08-01T18:15:51","date_gmt":"2026-08-01T12:45:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=54986"},"modified":"2026-08-01T18:15:53","modified_gmt":"2026-08-01T12:45:53","slug":"world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026: Theme, History, Significance and Global Efforts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 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 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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\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons_2026_highlights_the_theme_%E2%80%9CTrapped_Behind_the_Scam%E2%80%9D_human_trafficking_challenges_UN_efforts_history_significance_and_important_facts_for_government_exam_preparation\" >World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026 highlights the theme &#8220;Trapped Behind the Scam&#8221;, human trafficking challenges, UN efforts, history, significance and important facts for government exam preparation.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#World_Observes_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons\" >World Observes World Day Against Trafficking in Persons<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#Theme_of_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons_2026\" >Theme of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 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\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#What_is_Human_Trafficking\" >What is Human Trafficking?<\/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\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#Rising_Threat_of_Online_Scam_Centres\" >Rising Threat of Online Scam Centres<\/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\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#Global_Response_Against_Human_Trafficking\" >Global Response Against Human Trafficking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#Importance_for_India\" >Importance for India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#Relevance_for_Competitive_Examinations\" >Relevance for Competitive Examinations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#B_Why_This_News_is_Important\" >B) Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#Important_International_Observance_for_Competitive_Exams\" >Important International Observance for Competitive 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\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#Focus_on_Emerging_Cybercrime_Challenges\" >Focus on Emerging Cybercrime Challenges<\/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\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#C_Historical_Context\" >C) Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#History_of_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons\" >History of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#D_Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\" >D) Key Takeaways from This News<\/a><\/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\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_on_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons_2026\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 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\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#1_When_is_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons_observed\" >1. When is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons observed?<\/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\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#2_What_is_the_theme_of_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons_2026\" >2. What is the theme of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 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\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#3_Who_established_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons\" >3. Who established World Day Against Trafficking in Persons?<\/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\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#4_What_is_human_trafficking\" >4. What is human trafficking?<\/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\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#5_Which_United_Nations_organisation_works_against_human_trafficking\" >5. Which United Nations organisation works against human trafficking?<\/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\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#6_What_is_the_Palermo_Protocol_related_to_human_trafficking\" >6. What is the Palermo Protocol related to human trafficking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#7_Why_is_the_2026_theme_of_human_trafficking_important\" >7. Why is the 2026 theme of human trafficking important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#8_Which_date_is_observed_as_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons\" >8. Which date is observed as World Day Against Trafficking in Persons?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#9_Is_India_affected_by_human_trafficking\" >9. Is India affected by human trafficking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#10_Which_Indian_laws_address_human_trafficking\" >10. Which Indian laws address human trafficking?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026\/#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=\"World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons_2026_highlights_the_theme_%E2%80%9CTrapped_Behind_the_Scam%E2%80%9D_human_trafficking_challenges_UN_efforts_history_significance_and_important_facts_for_government_exam_preparation\"><\/span><strong>World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026<\/strong> highlights the theme &#8220;Trapped Behind the Scam&#8221;, human trafficking challenges, UN efforts, history, significance and important facts for government exam preparation.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"World_Observes_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons\"><\/span>World Observes World Day Against Trafficking in Persons <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every year, the international community observes <strong>World Day Against Trafficking in Persons<\/strong> to raise awareness about one of the world&#8217;s most serious human rights violations\u2014human trafficking. The day highlights the need to protect victims, prosecute traffickers, and strengthen global cooperation to eliminate trafficking networks. Established by the United Nations General Assembly, this observance encourages governments, law enforcement agencies, civil society organizations, and citizens to work together against human exploitation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Theme_of_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons_2026\"><\/span>Theme of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>2026 theme<\/strong>, <strong>&#8220;Trapped Behind the Scam,&#8221;<\/strong> focuses on the alarming rise of human trafficking linked to online scam operations. Organized criminal groups increasingly lure individuals with fake job offers, transport them across borders, and force them to participate in cyber-enabled financial fraud. The campaign emphasizes that these victims are not criminals but people who have been coerced into illegal activities through trafficking and exploitation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Human_Trafficking\"><\/span>What is Human Trafficking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Human trafficking refers to the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harbouring, or receipt of persons through force, fraud, coercion, or deception for exploitation. Exploitation may include forced labour, sexual exploitation, slavery, forced marriage, child trafficking, organ removal, or forced criminal activities. Human trafficking affects men, women, and children across every region of the world and remains a major challenge to global security and sustainable development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rising_Threat_of_Online_Scam_Centres\"><\/span>Rising Threat of Online Scam Centres<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2026 campaign highlights a rapidly growing form of trafficking where victims are recruited through fraudulent employment advertisements. After travelling abroad expecting legitimate jobs, they are confined in scam compounds and compelled to conduct online financial fraud under threats and violence. These operations generate billions of dollars for organized crime syndicates while violating the fundamental rights of victims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Response_Against_Human_Trafficking\"><\/span>Global Response Against Human Trafficking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) plays a leading role in supporting countries to implement anti-trafficking laws, strengthen investigations, improve victim protection, and enhance international cooperation. Countries are also encouraged to strengthen cybercrime laws and cooperate across borders to dismantle criminal organizations operating digital scam centres. The recently adopted UN Convention against Cybercrime further supports international collaboration against technology-enabled crimes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_for_India\"><\/span>Importance for India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India serves as a source, transit, and destination country for trafficking victims. The Government of India combats trafficking through provisions of the Indian Penal Code, the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and anti-human trafficking units established across states. Increasing digital awareness, stronger policing, and international coordination remain essential in addressing emerging cyber-enabled trafficking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_for_Competitive_Examinations\"><\/span>Relevance for Competitive Examinations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">World Day Against Trafficking in Persons is highly relevant for UPSC, State PCS, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, Police, Teaching, and other government recruitment examinations. Aspirants should remember the observance date (30 July), the 2026 theme, the role of UNODC, the UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime, and the growing connection between organized crime, cyber fraud, and human trafficking.<\/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\" id=\"World-Day-Against-Trafficking-in-Persons-2026\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRoN2KIL6A4abfbu02HxqpA1EKPIke83fZkd9Orr2q2SA&amp;s=10\" alt=\"World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026\" title=\"World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"B_Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>B) Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_International_Observance_for_Competitive_Exams\"><\/span>Important International Observance for Competitive Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">International days declared by the United Nations are frequently asked in government examinations. Questions may cover the observance date, organizing body, annual theme, objectives, and related international organizations. Therefore, World Day Against Trafficking in Persons remains an important topic for current affairs preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Focus_on_Emerging_Cybercrime_Challenges\"><\/span>Focus on Emerging Cybercrime Challenges<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2026 theme highlights the growing nexus between human trafficking, cybercrime, financial fraud, and organized crime. As technology evolves, criminal groups increasingly exploit digital platforms to recruit and control victims. Understanding this trend is important for candidates preparing for civil services, police services, banking examinations, and other competitive exams that emphasize internal security and international relations. The observance also reinforces the importance of international cooperation, stronger legal frameworks, victim rehabilitation, and technological interventions in combating modern forms of trafficking.<\/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=\"C_Historical_Context\"><\/span>C) Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History_of_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons\"><\/span>History of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recognizing the global threat posed by human trafficking, the <strong>United Nations General Assembly<\/strong> proclaimed <strong>30 July<\/strong> as <strong>World Day Against Trafficking in Persons<\/strong> through Resolution <strong>A\/RES\/68\/192<\/strong> in 2013. The first observance took place in 2014 with the objective of increasing awareness about trafficking, promoting victims&#8217; rights, and encouraging countries to strengthen preventive and enforcement measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The observance complements the <strong>Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons<\/strong>, also known as the Palermo Protocol, adopted under the <strong>United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC)<\/strong>. Over the years, the campaign has evolved to address changing trafficking patterns, including labour exploitation, child trafficking, sexual exploitation, and now cyber-enabled forced criminality through online scam centres.<\/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=\"D_Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\"><\/span>D) Key Takeaways from This News<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\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><strong>World Day Against Trafficking in Persons<\/strong> is observed annually on <strong>30 July<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><strong>2026 Theme:<\/strong> <em>&#8220;Trapped Behind the Scam.&#8221;<\/em><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The theme highlights trafficking victims forced into <strong>online scam and cyber fraud operations<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td><strong>UNODC<\/strong> leads global efforts to combat trafficking and support victim protection.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The observance is based on <strong>UN General Assembly Resolution A\/RES\/68\/192<\/strong> and promotes international cooperation against human trafficking.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_on_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons_2026\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_When_is_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons_observed\"><\/span>1. When is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons observed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> World Day Against Trafficking in Persons is observed every year on <strong>30 July<\/strong> to raise awareness about human trafficking and promote efforts to prevent trafficking, protect victims, and punish traffickers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_the_theme_of_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons_2026\"><\/span>2. What is the theme of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The theme of <strong>World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026<\/strong> is <strong>&#8220;Trapped Behind the Scam&#8221;<\/strong>. It highlights the growing problem of victims being trafficked and forced to participate in online scam operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Who_established_World_Day_Against_Trafficking_in_Persons\"><\/span>3. Who established World Day Against Trafficking in Persons?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The <strong>United Nations General Assembly (UNGA)<\/strong> established World Day Against Trafficking in Persons through Resolution <strong>A\/RES\/68\/192<\/strong> in 2013.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_human_trafficking\"><\/span>4. What is human trafficking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Human trafficking is the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harbouring, or receipt of people through force, fraud, coercion, or deception for the purpose of exploitation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_United_Nations_organisation_works_against_human_trafficking\"><\/span>5. Which United Nations organisation works against human trafficking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The <strong>United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)<\/strong> plays a major role in combating human trafficking by supporting countries in law enforcement, victim protection, and international cooperation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_the_Palermo_Protocol_related_to_human_trafficking\"><\/span>6. What is the Palermo Protocol related to human trafficking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The Palermo Protocol, officially known as the <strong>Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons, Especially Women and Children<\/strong>, is an international agreement adopted under the <strong>United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Why_is_the_2026_theme_of_human_trafficking_important\"><\/span>7. 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