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    Which ministry hosted the 'Run for Sun' Marathon in New

    Delhi to celebrate International Sun Day?
    A Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Ministry of New and Renewable Energy Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Ministry of Earth Sciences Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

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    The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy hosted the 'Run for Sun' Marathon in New Delhi to celebrate International Sun Day. ·       International Sun Day was commemorated in India on May 3, 2024 , promoting the benefits of solar energy for a greener planet . ·       The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy ( MNRE ) hosted the 'Run for Sun' Marathon at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi, featuring races to enhance awareness about solar power's role in combating climate change . ·       The event was part of a broader commitment to solar energy and environmental sustainability , emphasizing the importance of sustainable energy solutions . ·       Secretary Shri Bhupinder S . Bhalla highlighted the marathon's alignment with the government's goals of promoting physical fitness and renewable energy awareness . ·       Solar Stops were set up in six cities including Delhi NCR and Bengaluru, featuring installations that educate on solar energy's eco - friendly benefits . ·       An All - India Intra - School Solar Art Competition , named Solart, was announced, aiming to engage students in solar energy through artistic expression, underscoring the educational efforts to promote solar power awareness among the youth .

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