Question

To encourage cities to promote reading, publishing books, the World Book Capital is an initiative by

• A. UNESCO
• B. WHO
• C. UNHCR
• D. WIPO

Hint:

World Book Capital is designated by UNESCO to recognize municipal programs that foster books, publishing, and reading programs globally.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: The World Book Capital is an international designation awarded annually by a specialized United Nations agency to acknowledge a city's commitment to promoting books, literacy, and reading culture for a duration of one year starting from World Book and Copyright Day (23rd April).

Step 1: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) manages this global program along with major advisory committees representing publishers, booksellers, and libraries.

Step 2: Looking at other options: WHO deals with global public health, UNHCR deals with refugees, and WIPO handles intellectual property framework. Therefore, UNESCO is the correct body responsible for cultural and literacy initiatives.