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10/06/22 20:43 PM IST

World Oceans Day

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  • World Oceans Day is observed on June 8, which is a day for humanity to celebrate the ocean. The ocean connects, sustains, and supports us all.
  • Theme for 2022: “Revitalization: collective action for the ocean”.
  • The concept of World Oceans Day was first proposed by the UN in 1992 at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro.
Importance 
  • Oceans cover 71% of the Earth’s surface and hold 97% of the planet’s water.
  • They help feed the world and provide most of the oxygen.
  • A variety of life-saving medicinal compounds, including anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer drugs have been discovered in the oceans.
  • The ocean is vital to the world’s economy, with more than 90% of trade using sea routes and as a source of jobs for millions of people.
Threats 
  • Pollution, overfishing, invasive species, and rising ocean acidity due to the extensive use of fossil fuels.
  • Plastic waste is also one of the biggest threats faced by the oceans today.

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