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DAYS AND EVENTS - July 2019

Jul 2019

Dec 09, 2021

International Anti-Corruption Day

International Anti-Corruption Day is observed on December 9 to raise awareness on the importance of getting rid of corruption. Corruption affects every area in our society and preventing corruption unlocks progress towards sustainable development goals.
The United Nations took its first step to fight against International Corruption in December 2003. The UNCAC United Nations Convention Against Corruption was drafted on October 31, 2003. UNAC is a treaty signed by the UN member states. The aim of this treaty is to legally bind members of the states to work in reducing corruption to enforce law and order.
The theme of International Anti-Corruption Day 2021 was "Your Right, Your Role: Say no to Corruption".

Dec 08, 2021

The Armed Forces Flag Day

The Armed Forces Flag Day is observed on December 7 every year.
The day is meant to honour martyrs, and the brave soldiers that serve this country. Also known as India's Flag Day, the day is dedicated to raising funds from Indian citizens for the welfare of the Indian Army.
Established in August 1949, India has celebrated this day of significance every year. Flag Day was created when India had just gained independence and the welfare of soldiers had to be looked after.
On this day, Indian flags were distributed to the public in exchange for a small donation. The government established the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund (AFFDF) to aid in the welfare and rehabilitation of ex-servicemen (ESM). There are around 32 lakh ESM, with an additional 60,000 added each year owing to superannuation.

Dec 07, 2021

International Civil Aviation Day

International Civil Aviation Day is celebrated every year on December 7 to recognize the importance of aviation to the social and economic development of the world. The purpose of International Civil Aviation Day is to help generate and reinforce worldwide awareness of the importance of international civil aviation to the social and economic development of States.
The Council has decided that from now until 2023, the theme will be: "Advancing Innovation for Global Aviation Development".
The Day was established in 1994 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the day in 1996.

Dec 06, 2021

Volunteer Day

International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development is observed on December 5 every year.
The day is also referred to as IVD and is mandated by the UN General Assembly in 1985.
On International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development 2021, the UN aims to inspire people, decision-makers, leaders or citizens of the world to take action for people and the planet.
The theme for International Volunteer Day 2021 is Volunteer now for our common future.

Dec 05, 2021

World Soil Day

Every year December 5 is celebrated as World Soil Day to bring people's focus and attention on the importance of healthy soil as well as stress on the importance of sustainable management of soil resources.
World Soil Day became an international day after the International Union of Soil Sciences (IUSS) recommended it in 2002. Under the leadership of Thailand and within the framework of the Global Soil Partnership, FAO supported the formal establishment of World Soil Day. The FAO Conference unanimously endorsed World Soil Day in June 2013. It even requested its official adoption at the 68th United Nations General Assembly. As a result, in December 2013, the UN General Assembly responded by designating December 5, 2014, as the first official World Soil Day.
The theme for world soil day 2021 was 'Halt soil salinization, boost soil productivity'.

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