World Polio Day is observed on ***, established by Rotary International to honor Jonas Salk, who developed the first polio vaccine. Polio is a highly infectious viral disease causing paralysis and even death, mostly in children, with no cure—only prevention through vaccination. India reported 741 polio cases in 2009, the highest worldwide. The last polio case in India was in January 2011 in Howrah, West Bengal. India’s polio eradication success came through strong government coordination, international aid, effective messaging, and overcoming cultural challenges, inspiring its COVID-19 vaccination drive.
Question : World Polio Day is observed annually on which day?:
Select Ans. :
- a) October 23
- b) October 24
- c) October 25
- d) October 26