What is Children’s Day?
Children’s Day is a special occasion celebrated worldwide. It is an event that reminds us to promote the welfare of children and provide a secure environment for them to be joyful.
World Children’s Day is celebrated every year on November 20 to encourage unity, raise awareness about children’s rights, and improve their overall well-being. First introduced in 1954 as Universal Children’s Day, this holiday celebrates the joy, healthy development, and bright future of children. It’s also a time for every adult to reflect on their own childhood memories.
When is Children’s Day Celebrated in India?
Children’s Day is celebrated in various countries around the world, each with its own date and customs. In India, Children’s Day is also called “Bal Diwas” and is celebrated on November 14 each year to celebrate the birth anniversary of India’s first Prime Minister Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru.
The children’s day celebration across the country is recognized to raise awareness about the rights, care & education of children.
Why is Children’s Day celebrated on November 14?
A resolution was passed by the Indian Parliament after the death of Jawaharlal Nehru in 1964, to honour his birthday as Children’s Day. Thus, India started celebrating Children’s Day on November 14 ever since then.
Jawaharlal Nehru dreamt of an India which focused on children as the future of the nation for its progress. He often called children “the most precious resource” of the country. Throughout his life, he worked for the betterment of children’s rights and wanted an all inclusive education system in the country to make knowledge accessible to all children.
His birthday is celebrated as Children’s Day to honour the commitment of the nation towards the betterment of the lives of its children.
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Aspect of Children’s Day
Children’s Day is celebrated in different ways to highlight the importance of children in our society. Some aspects are the key to denote this precious day i.e,-
- Honouring Jawaharlal Nehru’s Legacy
It is a way to remember his brave steps towards reformation of education, healthcare and to provide a secure environment for the protection of children’s innocence.
- Promoting Children’s Rights and Welfare
Children’s Day emphasizes the need to protect children’s rights, provide quality education, and ensure their safety and it encourages awareness against child labour and health.
- Encouraging Education and Development
On the occasion of Children’s Day, many programs focus on the value of education and personal growth for children which shows the importance of learning new things for their better future.
- Fun Activities and Events
Children’s Day celebration in schools and communities organizes different kinds of fun activities, including games, cultural performances, and many more which indicates to make children feel special. Children’s Day is a joyful day. To make children feel special treats and gifts are included.
As India celebrates Children’s Day, it is important to remember that while much has been achieved, there is still more that needs to be done for the children of the nation so that they can dream big. Children’s Day is a time for celebration but also serves as a reminder for every citizen of the country to think and contribute towards nation building that will value children.
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