When did Pope Benedict XVI resign?
28 February 2013
15 March 2012
1 January 2014
10 October 2013
Answer
On February 28, 2013, Pope Benedict XVI made history by becoming the first pope in nearly 600 years to resign from his position. Citing his declining health and advanced age, Benedict announced his decision in Latin during a consistory of cardinals. His resignation took effect on February 28, 2013, at 8:00 pm CET, and he became Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.
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