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Departments - Economics - Activities

Department of economics organige the calender of events such as 

1.Population day

2.Literacy day

3. Education day 

          WORLD POPULATION DAY

RESOURSE PERSON/CHIEF GUEST: SMT, P.ANURADHA PRINCIPAL

BRIEF EXPLANATION: We the department of economics organized World Population Day, observed on July 11, has great significance and a fascinating history. Here's a brief overview:

- In 1968, the world's population reached 3.5 billion.

- The United Nations declared July 11 as World Population Day in 1989, inspired by the public interest in the "Day of Five Billion," which marked the world's population reaching 5 billion on July 11, 1987.

Importance:

1. Awareness about population growth: World Population Day highlights the rapid growth of the global population, which has doubled to 7.9 billion since 1968.

2. Family planning and reproductive health: The day emphasizes the importance of access to family planning services, reproductive health care, and gender equality.

3. Sustainable development: It raises awareness about the impact of population growth on resources, environment, and sustainable development.

4. Empowering women and girls: World Population Day promotes the empowerment of women and girls, ensuring their access to education, healthcare, and equal opportunities.

5. Addressing population-related challenges: The day encourages discussions on population-related issues, such as poverty, inequality, and environmental degradation.