Today, June 2, is a significant day in Indian history for a number of reasons. Here are a few of the most notable events that took place on this day:
- 1947: Lord Louis Mountbatten announced the partition of India.
- 1953: Queen Elizabeth II was crowned on the British throne.
- 1966: The US landed a spacecraft on the moon in its first attempt on this day.
- 1996: Ukraine became a nuclear-free country with the handing over of its last nuclear warhead to Russia.
- 2004: Australian model Jennifer Hawkins became Miss Universe.
In addition to these significant events, June 2 is also observed as a number of national and international days, including:
- World No Tobacco Day: This day is celebrated to raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use and to encourage people to quit smoking.
- International Day of Yoga: This day is celebrated to promote the practice of yoga and its benefits for physical and mental health.
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