World Bee Day observed on May 20 with theme protecting pollinators and promoting sustainable environmental practices

Exam-focused facts from the 21 May 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

World Bee Day is observed every year on May 20 to create awareness about the importance of bees and other pollinators.
The theme for World Bee Day 2026 focuses on protecting pollinators and promoting sustainable environmental practices.
The United Nations (UN) officially declared World Bee Day in 2017 after a proposal by Slovenia.
The date May 20 was chosen to honour Anton Janša, a pioneer of modern beekeeping born on this day in 1734.
Bee populations are declining due to factors including climate change, pollution, pesticide use, habitat destruction, and diseases.