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07/12/2022

Armed Forces Flag Day aka Flag Day of India is celebrated every year on December 7. The flag day is celebrated to honour the Indian Armed Forces for their countless bravery and sacrifices made to protect the country.

Significance of Armed Forces Flag Day:

The significance or the importance behind the observation of Armed Forces Flag Day is to honor the dedication of the soldiers serving in India’s armed forces as well as the veterans of Armed Forces. The Flag Day of India has been observed every year since December 7, 1949. The Flag Day is also aimed to encourage the civilians to support the Armed Forces

History of Armed Forces Flag Day:

The Armed Forces Flag Day Fund was created on August 28, 1949 by the Defense Minister's Committee and in the year 1993, the Defense Ministry of India combined all the other funds relevant such as victim funds, the Kendriya Sainik Board Fund, the ex-welfare servicemen's fund, and other funds to establish the Armed Forces Flag Day fund. This day witnesses events being held such asshows, carnivals, dramas and other entertainment programmes where people can pay, donate and purchase items which goes to the Kendriya Sainik Board Fund.

Source - www.timesnownews.com

03/12/2022

December 3rd is celebrated as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, worldwide. The day is observed to highlight issues that affect people with disabilities and to champion their well-being, their dignity and fundamental rights. International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated to encourage increased assimilation of persons with disabilities in the socio-political, economic and cultural aspects of life. The goals fall under the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2022: Theme

The theme of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, this year, is “Transformative solutions for inclusive development: the role of innovation in fuelling an accessible and equitable world“. The 2022 celebration will focus on the need for innovative solutions to help create an inclusive developmental model to aid people with disabilities.

International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2022: History

In 1976, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) proclaimed 1981 as the International Year of Disabled Persons (IYDP). On February 6, 1981, US President Ronal Reagan did the same. Then the UNGA declared 1983-1992 as the decade of Disabled Persons. The adoption of December 3 as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities happened during the UNGA’s 37th plenary meeting, on October 4, 1992.

What is Disability?
Disability is a complex and multifaceted concept. Its meaning differs across the territories along numerous associated legal political and social constructs. Disabilities such as physical challenges, acid attacks or dwarfism are easy to identify but the disabilities like mental illness, specific learning disabilities, hearing impairments or autism are comparatively difficult and complex to identify without appropriate training. Hence disability is more complex where we lack the symptoms or have minimum visual manifestations that can easily be identified by the parents, teachers and the general society. Disability, in simple terms, is a physical or mental condition or both that limits individuals movement, activities or sense of perception.

Source - currentaffairs.adda247.com

01/12/2022

India’s first line of Defence, Border Security Force (BSF), celebrates its Raising Day on 1 December every year. BSF was established on 1 December 1965 for ensuring security on the borders of India. Currently, BSF comprises 2.65 lakh personnel, deployed across the international border in 193 battalions. BSF plays a crucial role in containing unauthorized entry into or exit from the territory of India and it prevents transborder crimes. It also works towards stopping illegal activities such as smuggling. BSF strives to promote a sense of security in people living in the border areas. When the earthquake occurred in Gujarat on 26 January 2001, BSF was the first one to reach out for helping distressed individuals.

History:

Pakistan attacked Sardar Post, Beria Bet, and Chhar Bet in Kutch on 9 April 1965. So, the Government of India decided to establish a specialised centrally controlled Border Security Force (BSF) which would be trained and armed for battling Pakistan on the international border. After the recommendations of the Committee of Secretaries, BSF was formed on 1 December 1965. Khusro Faramurz Rustamji was the first chief and founding father of this force.

Significance:

Here are some of the important roles that BSF has played:

BSF played a crucial role in defending the integrity of India during the Kargil war from May to July 1999.
BSF contributes its personnel for services in the United Nations (UN) mission each year.
BSF personnel helped in restoring brotherhood and amity among people during the communal disturbances in Gujarat.
Internal Security Duty is being performed by the BSF personnel in Manipur and they have been fighting insurgency in those areas for the last 2 years.
The er****on of the border fencing in Jammu and Kashmir was taken over by the BSF and it successfully completed the task while Pakistan was trying to create hurdles.
Celebration

This year, BSF will be celebrating its raising day for the first time in Punjab and second time outside Delhi. The rehearsal for the commemoration is going on in full-swing at Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), Amritsar.

Source - firstpost.com

29/11/2022

Each year, International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People is commemorated on 29 November. The day is observed to educate the public on the issue of Palestine and support a peaceful settlement between Israelis and Palestinians. Since 2008, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has been keeping a track on the casualties in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. As per its data, 5,600 Palestinians died till 2020, and 115,000 were injured in the long-running conflict. During the same period, 250 Israelis lost their lives and 5,600 were injured. The violence was especially high during 2014, when Operation Protective Edge in Gaza was conducted by the Israel in response to the kidnapping and murder of three teenagers, as per a report by Statista.

History:

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declared 29 November to be observed annually as the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People in 1977. In 1947, UNGA had adopted the resolution on the partition of Palestine on 29 November. On 14 May, 1948, the state of Israel was finally formed, causing an eight-month war between the country and the Arab states. Israeli forces razed more than 400 Palestinian villages and nearly 760,000 Palestinian refugees fled to the West Bank, Gaza and neighbouring Arab nations.

Since then, the issue has led to multiple wars between Israel and the Arab nations. Yet the Palestinian people have not been able to gain their own state.

Significance:

Every year, on this day, the international community reaffirms its solidarity with the people of Palestine, hoping for a future full of freedom and peace.

Palestinians have still to receive their inalienable rights as defined by the UN General Assembly, namely the right to national independence and sovereignty, right to self-determination without external interference, and right to return to their property and homes from which they have been displaced.

Source - firstpost.com

12/11/2022

World Pneumonia Day is a global event observed every year on 12 November to spread awareness and educate people to combat Pneumonia disease, which is a world’s biggest infectious killer of adults and children, responsible for the majority of death of children below five around the world. The day is also focused on creating ample opportunity and encourage for the global action mainly in the low and middle income countries to fight the toll due to pneumonia and other respiratory infection.

World Pneumonia Day 2022: Theme
This year 2022, World Pneumonia Day theme is based on the Worldwide Pneumonia Awareness Campaign – “Pneumolight 2022”, with a theme and slogan “Pneumonia Affects Everyone”, with an aim to amplify the effect of awareness campaigns by illuminating monuments worldwide. This year 2022, with the support of 42 countries 228 monuments will be illuminated to mark the World Pneumonia Day, with an intention to raise visibility of World Pneumonia Day, 2022 globally.

Importance of World Pneumonia Day (WPD):
Pneumonia is a preventable and treatable infectious disease. Despite the availability of treatment, the death toll due to Pneumonia and other respiratory infectious disease has risen drastically in past years. In 2019, 25 lakhs people lost their lives, and around seven lakhs children below five years died due to the Pneumonia across the world.

Also, the Unprecedented COVID outbreak has added the toll to 6 lakhs death due to respiratory infectious disease in 2021, making it one of the biggest respiratory crisis putting lakhs of people at risk of infection and death.

History of World Pneumonia Day (WPD):
World Pneumonia Day was first observed on 12 November 2009, under the “Stop Pneumonia” initiatives by Global Coalition Against Child Pneumonia, a coalition of various institutions all together to fight the child mortality due to the respiratory infection. Stop Pneumonia got immense support across the globe, various Govt institutions and private organization advocated and implemented the better policies and campaigns to educate people and provide better facilities especially in the low and middle income countries where children suffers with malnutrition and air infections.

What is Pneumonia?
Pneumonia is an inflammatory respiratory disorder caused due to bacteria, viruses or fungal infections which impair the air sacs of the lungs, called “Alveoli”. It results in the accumulation of fluid or pus in the air sacs, making breathing difficult. It is a contagious disease and could be fatal for the person with weaker immunity, especially in the children’s and elderly people.

Source - currentaffairs.adda247.com

11/11/2022

National Education Day is being celebrated in India today, on November 11, 2022 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the first Education Minister of India. To honor Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the Ministry of Human Resource Development announced November 11 as ' National Education Day' on September 11, 2008.

National Education Day 2022: Significance

Maulana Abul Kamal Azad was the Education Minister of India from August 15, 1947 till February 2, 1958. He was an Indian Independence activist, Islamic theologian, writer and a senior leader of Indian National Congress. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad played a vital role in shaping the education system of India. He always emphasized on Girl's education and free compulsory education for all the children under the age of 14.
Apart from basic education, he encouraged to provide technical education along with vocational training to all the children. He wanted to see this country growing in terms of education and he strongly believed that if the education system of a country is strong enough, then there will be no poverty and illiteracy so with a great vision he has always encouraged people by spreading awareness regarding Education and also tried hard to build the Education system as strong as it could be.

National Education Day 2022: Theme Of The Year

The Ministry of Human Resource Development sets a different theme for National Education Day every year. The theme of this year is "Changing Course, Transforming Education." This theme indicates that there is a need of reforming the education system and make it adaptable to the current times.
National Education Day 2022: Contribution of Maulana Abul Kalam Aazad
The University Grant Commission (UGC) , All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), like Jamia Millia Islamia and IIT Kharagpur Secondary School Board were established during his tenure. He also contributed in establishing Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), Sahitya Academy, Lalit Kala Academy, Sangeet Natak Academy and Council of Scientific and Industrial Research.

National Education Day 2022: How it is celebrated??

National Education Day is celebrated every year. People host several informative seminars, essay symposiums, and rallies at various schools and other education institutions. Schools authorities conduct different types of educational programmes in which they talk about the importance of education in their lives. Some people even distribute stationary material to the unprivileged children and make them understand the role of the education and also encourage them to take basic education.

Source - timesofindia.indiatimes.com

10/11/2022

Everything in our surrounding is majorly operated by machinery. How did that happen? How did we get to be so advanced? With the aid of science, it was all doable. Our society has evolved significantly as a result of science. World Science Day for Peace and Development is observed annually on November 10. It commemorates how important science is to society and in our everyday life.

World Science Day for Peace and Development: Significance

This day is observed to ensure that the public is informed of scientific advancements. It also aims for sustaining growth and advancing world peace. It is a day when people from all walks of life come together to learn about the most recent scientific advancements and show their appreciation for our scientists' work for deepening our understanding about science.

World Science Day for Peace and Development: Theme

'Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development' is the focus of this year's World Science Day for Peace and Development. The UNGA stated in December 2021 that "We need more basic science to realise The 2030 Agenda and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals," according to the official website of the UN.

Additionally, they mentioned on their official website, "It is true that the share of domestic research expenditure devoted to basic sciences varies widely from one country to another. According to data from the UNESCO Science Report 2021 for 86 countries, some devote less than 10% of their research expenditure to basic sciences and others more than 30%".

World Science Day for Peace and Development: History

The first World Scientific Conference was staged in Budapest in 1999 by UNESCO and the International Council for Science. The necessity to educate society about science was acknowledged by various delegations present at the meeting. A special day or week was decided to be devoted to science by a unanimous vote. A year later, the World Science Day for Peace and Development was established by the UNESCO Executive Body. It was to be remembered all over the world on 10 November.

Source - zeebiz.com

09/11/2022

Every year on November 9, India celebrates National Legal Services Day. Legal Services Day commemorates the passage of the Legal Services Authorities Act in 1987. National Legal Services Day is crucial in raising public knowledge about various provisions of the Legal Services Authorities Act as well as litigants' rights.

Apart from informing individuals, National Legal Service Day promotes free, competent legal assistance to those from the weaker sections of society. National Legal Services Day is an excellent occasion to discuss difficulties and problems with India's judicial system and how they might be addressed

History of National Legal Services Day:

The Legal Services Authorities Act of 1987 was passed on October 11, 1987, and took effect on November 9, 1995. The Supreme Court of India established National Legal Services Day in 1995 to aid and support the poorer parts of society and to honour the passage of the Legal Services Authorities Act.

National Legal Services Day was founded to support and assist a weaker and poorer groups, including women, Scheduled Tribes, disabled people, Scheduled Castes, natural disaster victims, and human trafficking victims.

Role of National Legal Services Authority (NALSA):

The National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) was established in 1995 by the Legal Services Authorities Act of 1987. The authority carried out operations such as providing free legal aid and guidance to the needy and resolving issues through mediation and amicable settlement. NALSA was a one-of-a-kind endeavour to reduce court backlogs in India while providing access to justice for low-income litigants.

Observance of National Legal Services Day:

National Legal Service Day is commemorated to educate citizens about the various aspects of the Legal Services Authorities Act and litigants' rights. Each jurisdiction arranges legal help camps, Lok adalats, and legal aid programmes on this day.

Source - thehansindia.com

31/10/2022

On Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel’s birth anniversary, India celebrates National Unity Day, also known as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas. To honour Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s life and his vision of a united India, this day is observed annually on 31 October. A lawyer, political leader and statesman, he successfully brought the Indian people together for the country’s advancement. This year, India will celebrate the 147th birth anniversary of the great Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

History of National Unity Day:

A prominent freedom fighter, he was an important part of the Indian Independence movement. When India was successful in gaining Independence from the British Empire, about 500 different princely states were given a choice to remain independent or to join India or Pakistan. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel took on the primary responsibility for integrating the princely states. He was instrumental in bringing the majority of India under one state and in the accession of the kingdoms of Junagadh, Hyderabad,and Jammu and Kashmir to India. To celebrate the immense effort, the Indian government introduced National Unity Day in 2014.

Significance of National Unity Day:

To raise awareness for Rashtriya Ekta Diwas and honour the achievements of Sardar Vallabbhai Patel, marathons are held on this day all around the country. Youth can contribute to and be an important part of this nation by participating in the annual celebration of this day. Indians also learn that in order to defeat any threat to our nation, we must unite and act, think, and walk as a single people.

In New Delhi, the general public and all political leaders present floral tributes to the statue of Sardar Patel. The government of Gujarat also erected a massive statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel to honour his accomplishments. This memorial, known as “The Statue of Unity,” is the largest statue in the world. People visit the Statue of unity on this day.

Source - firstpost.com

21/10/2022

Every year, October 21 is observed as Police Commemoration Day. It is a day that is commemorated to honour the ten CRPF personnel who lost their lives in serving the nation from external tensions. The idea behind observing this day is to remember the sacrifices of those police officials in the line of duty. Events are organised to pay tribute to the soldiers who lost their lives in Ladakh on the Indo-China border.

POLICE COMMEMORATION DAY 2022: HISTORY AND SIGNIFICANCE
In the year 1959, a lot of tensions arose between the borders of India and China. The time was October 21 when China opened fire on 20 soldiers in Ladakh, out of which 10 Indian soldiers were dead. The funeral of these policemen took place in eastern Ladakh. Since then, Police Commemoration Day is observed on October 21.

The day plays a significant role in honouring the spirits of police people and their family members. It is celebrated to pay respect to all those who sacrificed their lives.

Source - indiatoday.in

15/10/2022

International Day of Rural Women is celebrated on 15 October every year, and this day is dedicated to the millions of women who live in remote, rural areas. It is to celebrate and highlight their achievements and contributions towards rural development and agriculture.

International Day of Rural Women focuses on gender equality and women empowerment in rural areas. These women include mothers, daughters, and grandmothers in rural areas who contribute by producing food and building agricultural and rural development worldwide. It reminds us that the world cannot become progressive if rural society is ignored and left behind. Thus, we are here to highlight the history, significance and theme for International Day for Rural Women 2022.

International Day of Rural Women 2022: Theme
The theme for International Day of Rural Women 2022 is "Rural Women, key for a world free from hunger and poverty." The theme focuses on equality and women's empowerment and wants women to fight against the problems of hunger and malnutrition.

International Day of Rural Women 2022: History
United Nations has been working till 1945 towards maintaining peace and friendship among all the countries in the world. One of the most notable works of the U.N. includes the upliftment and well-being of women, especially rural women.

In the year 1995, the Fourth World Conference on Women was conducted in Beijing, China, and the main topic of discussion was the empowerment of women. It was when the UN suggested that 15 October could be observed as International Day of Rural Women to appreciate the contribution of rural women in agriculture, food production, and food safety.

It was on 18 December 2007 when the UN declared that October 15 would be observed annually as International Day of Rural Women worldwide. Since then many countries globally observe and celebrate the strength and achievements of rural women despite the struggles and the stereotypes.

International Day of Rural Women 2022: Significance
International Day for Rural Women 2022 celebrates rural women and their achievements. We often ignore or forget about the struggles faced by rural women thus this is a way to appreciate their hard work and contributions to the development of rural communities.

It also reminds the rural women that they are not alone and they can always ask for a helping hand. There are millions of women in remote rural areas who need our help but cannot ask for it or do not have the means. We can help these women in various ways from basic amenities to financial aid.

It is a reminder to fight against stereotypes and help women break gender and social norms. We need to be the way to provide strength to these women fighting against prejudices and stereotypes. We need to help them move on from social discrimination and barriers.

Source - thequint.com

01/10/2022

On 1 October each year, National Voluntary Blood Donation Day is celebrated in India to highlight the need and value of blood in an individual’s life. It was first celebrated by the Indian Society of Blood Transfusion and Immunology on October 1, 1975.

On 22 October 1971, under the leadership of Mrs. K., the Indian Society of Blood Transfusion and Immunology was recognized Dr. J.G.Jolly and Swarup Krishen

Every state in India organizes a number of awareness campaigns, camps, and activities on the National Voluntary Blood Donation Day to make people aware of the donation of blood. We also included a rundown of all the required details in this article that one should know before engaging in the blood donation program.

We also recognize that people differ in the form of blood they hold. The blood of a donor should match the blood of the recipient during a blood transfusion. So, in order to partake in the Voluntary Blood Donation scheme, you should have a good knowledge of your blood type.

Blood donation is really beneficial for all healthy people and is a must. The person who donates blood is willing to save the life of the person in need. The key aim for this day is to inform the general public all over the world about the meaning and function of blood donation and how a person can willingly donate blood to fulfill the needs of the people. In the new health care system, exchanging or giving blood or components of it to the poor has become an integral part of society. Who is the bloodline or recipient it doesn’t matter. Not only can you donate blood to your family or mates, but you should donate blood to another human being willing.

It may facilitate people living longer and enjoying a greater quality of life who suffer from life-threatening conditions.

If human struggles for his or her life and needs blood, no specialized technology, supplies, or medication can help. For blood, there is no alternative. It cannot be created or substituted. Only by another human being will it be obtained. Nothing can be better than saving someone’s life with the healthy body one has been given with.

The main objectives of National Voluntary Blood Donation Day are:

To inspire those donors who only donate blood to their families or friends to donate on a regular basis.
To raise awareness among individuals of the value of the voluntary donation of blood.
To give our thanks and strengthen the self-esteem of those who regularly donate blood, so that they continue to do so on a regular basis.
To inspire those who have not contributed blood, but are in good health, to continue to donate blood.
To reach 100% voluntary blood donation in order to be able to give the vulnerable people the finest blood.
To have ample blood supply for any eventuality in our blood banks.
Importance of National Voluntary Blood Donation Day
Blood is a crucial part of human life since it supplies the tissues and organs of the body with necessary nourishment. National Voluntary Blood Donation Day is celebrated to bring about the great changes in culture and follow life-saving steps and avoid severe illness caused by abuse and disease, problems involved with childbirth, road traffic collisions, and many other circumstances.

Every year, safe blood donors save many lives of all ages and from all walks of life. Countries such as Tripura, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Maharashtra are deemed volunteer blood donors at the national level. Tripura, the country’s North Eastern District, is considered to be India’s highest voluntary blood donation rating (93 percent), whereas Manipur is considered to be the country’s lowest.

To eradicate the ignorance, distrust, and stereotypes of the general public about the voluntary blood donation campaign, it is important to celebrate this day to a great degree. In order to promote students/youth, schools, organizations, clubs / NGOs, and so on, voluntary organizations of the nation spend their precious time and use their services.

Who Can Donate Blood?
There are some criteria for blood donor according to the Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940. Which are given below:

Age should be from 18-60 years
Weight should be minimum 45 kg
Pulse Rateshould be 60-100 per minute
Normal blood pressure
Hemoglobin should be 5 gm.
Body Temperature should be 5-degree centigrade
Celebration/Activities Perform
National Voluntary Blood Donation Day is celebrated all over India with great enthusiasm. Today is the day for giving blood and encouraging people to do so.

On this day, in virtually all government schools, an additional class is held in which children are presented with all the information relevant to blood donation, such as what blood donation is, its cause, its advantages, and its process, etc.

On this day, numerous government and private organizations and NGOs are launching an awareness drive to raise awareness among ordinary citizens about blood donation and encourage them to do so.

On this day, medical institutions and hospitals run blood donation programs, where any person can simply go and donate blood and can contribute to this mission. Data on blood donation is shown every day in the print media, social media, TV, and radio. Those who donate blood are then rewarded so that they feel good and people will come forward and assist in this as well.

Source - kayawell.com

30/09/2022

Every year International Translation Day is observed on September 30 to honour the work of translators and language professionals across the world. Translators play a key role in developing and strengthening peace and security among nations by facilitating dialogue, understanding, and cooperation. The purpose of this occasion is to keep the translators motivated in continuing the good work. To learn more about this day, let’s have a look at its history and significance.

International Translation Day: History and Significance
This day came into being after the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) passed a resolution on May 24, 2017. The resolution was signed by eleven countries after recognising the importance of the role of language professionals and September 30 was chosen to pay tribute to them as it also coincides with the feast of the Bible translator, St. Jerome. He was a priest belonging to Northeastern Italy who translated the Bible Greek Manuscripts of the New Testament into Latin.

We all know how significant it is to understand the languages of other nations for safeguarding cultural diversity and developing peace and cooperation. Without the assistance of language professionals, it would have been very difficult to overcome linguistic boundaries and maintain good communication.

International Translation Day: Theme
The theme for this year’s International Translation Day is ‘A world without barriers’.

International Translation Day: Celebrations
Learning different languages can prove to be beneficial for the professional growth of an individual. In an increasingly globalized world, there are various job opportunities for translators. Interestingly, one doesn’t need a course book or an expensive mentor to learn a new language since the internet provides a lot of resources. For those who already know multiple languages can take part in various contests that are held by different organisations on this day.

Source - news18.com

27/09/2022

Travelling is not merely about exploring destinations. It is exploring rejuvenation, tranquility and unwinding in the intriguing pages of nature, culture and heritage of variegated places all across the world. It is not just luxury but also a way of life. Therefore, celebrating the essence of travel, September 27 , every year is observed as World Tourism Day.

History:
World Tourism Day has been held on 27 September each year since 1980. The date marks the anniversary of the adoption of the Statutes of the Organization in 1970, paving the way for the establishment of UNWTO five years later.

Significance:
António Guterres, the ninth Secretary-General of the United Nations said, “World Tourism Day celebrates the power of tourism to foster inclusion, protect nature and promote cultural understanding.”
Tourism is a powerful driver for sustainable development. It contributes to the education and empowerment of women and youth and advances the socioeconomic and cultural development of communities. It plays a critical part in the social protection systems that form the foundation for resilience and prosperity, he added.

Theme:
Promoting the the importance of tourism, each year celebrates one aspect of travel. This year the theme for World Tourism Day is ‘ Rethinking Tourism’. As the world grapples with multiple challenges, travel dynamics have changes over the years. As the world is still reeling from COVID 19 effects, many countries have now stepped out. From digital nomads, workcation, to sustainable and eco tourism, this industry has come along way.

UN World Tourism Organization Secretary General Zurab Pololikashvili said, “ In 2022, we once again recognize the opportunities that tourism has brought – and continues to bring – people everywhere. However, this year especially we also recognize that we cannot go back to the old ways of working. We must Rethink Tourism.”

Source - India.com

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