World Pulses Day 2022
World Pulses Day is observed yearly on the 10th of February. In the current year 2022, it would be the 4th time when World Pulses Day will be observed on 10, Feb.
Context
World Pulses Day is observed yearly on the 10th of February. In the current year 2022, it would be the 4th time when World Pulses Day will be observed on 10, Feb.
What are Pulses?
- Pulses, also known as legumes, are the edible seeds of leguminous plants cultivated for food.
- Dried beans, lentils and peas are the most commonly known and consumed types of pulses.
- The term “pulses” differentiates from “Crops” because pulses are harvested when the seeds become dry whereas crops are harvested with their plants still green.
- Pulses are a rich source of protein, dietary fiber and minerals which are needed in our body whereas, having a higher amount of nitrogen, they add to the fertility of the land and are environment-friendly.
Pulses production in India
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Theme
- World Pulses Day 2022 is under the theme “Pulses to empower youth in achieving sustainable agrifood systems”.
- World Pulses Day 2021 theme is #LovePulses.
Background
- In 2018, the UN General Assembly decided to mark 10 February as World Pulses Day.
- The first WPD was held on February 10, 2019.
- On 20 December 2013, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution proclaiming 2016 as the International Year of Pulses (IYP).
- The celebration of the year, led by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), increased the public awareness of the nutritional and environmental benefits of pulses as part of sustainable food production.
