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When Juneteenth Independence Day is observed?

Daily Current Affairs Quiz 22 June 2021

When Juneteenth Independence Day is observed?

A. 19 June 2021

B. 20 June2021

C. 21 June2021

D. 22 June2021

Explanation:

President Biden signed into law a bill creating a federal holiday to commemorate Juneteenth, the day marking the end of slavery in Texas. Juneteenth is the portmanteau of June and nineteenth and is recognised as a state holiday in 47 US states.The day is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the US and is observed on June 19. It is also known as Emancipation Day or Juneteenth Independence Day.

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