In India, National Mathematics Day is observed every year on December 22 to honour the life and achievements of Srinivasa Ramanujan, one of the most brilliant mathematicians the world has ever seen. This day serves as a reminder of the importance of mathematics in our everyday lives and its role in shaping the future.
National Mathematics Day was established in 2012 by the Indian government to celebrate the 125th birth anniversary of Srinivasa Ramanujan. The announcement was made by Dr. Manmohan Singh, the then Prime Minister of India, at Madras University.
The theme for National Mathematics Day 2024 is 'Mathematics: The Bridge to Innovation and Progress.' This theme focuses on how mathematics drives scientific discoveries, technological advancements, and solutions to real-world problems. It encourages students, teachers, and professionals to embrace the subject and use it to build a better, more innovative world.
Dec 21, 2024
World Meditation Day
The world marked December 21 2024 as the first-ever World Meditation Day, following a resolution passed by the United Nations General Assembly in November 2024.This marks a significant moment in global recognition of meditation's value. This historic event will establish an annual global celebration of meditation, highlighting its transformative benefits for mental and physical health and its potential to foster peace and unity.
To celebrate this day, the Permanent Mission of India hosted a special event at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The event was themed as "Meditation for Global Peace and Harmony."
World Basketball Day
World Basketball Day is an annual celebration held on December 21, commemorating the invention of basketball by Dr. James Naismith in 1891.
On August 25, 2023, the General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/77/324 proclaiming December 21 as World Basketball Day.
Dec 20, 2024
International Human Solidarity Day
International Human Solidarity Day is observed on December 20. International Human Solidarity Day is celebrated to raise awareness of the need for our governments to uphold their commitments to international agreements. It is a day to celebrate Unity in Diversity.
In 2005, the United Nations General Assembly declared December 20 as International Human Solidarity Day to promote solidarity in accomplishing the Millennium Development Goals and tackling global concerns.
Dec 19, 2024
Goa Liberation Day
Goa Liberation Day is celebrated every year on December 19 to mark the freedom of Goa from Portuguese rule in 1961. This ended the struggle of freedom fighters against the 451 years of colonial rule. Goa gained independence on this day and became an integral part of India.
Good Governance Week to Begin on December 19, 2024
Good Governance Week 2024 is taking place from December 19 to December 24, 2024. As part of this national initiative, the Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore campaign is being held across more than 700 districts, states, and union territories of India. The campaign focuses on the redressal of public grievances and enhancing service delivery to rural areas. The campaign is a significant element of the Good Governance Week, which highlights the government's commitment to improving governance and reaching out to citizens, especially in rural areas.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the campaign's transformative approach, stating that it is not just a slogan but a grassroots democracy effort aimed at improving governance and ensuring that development reaches rural communities.
Dec 18, 2024
International Migrants Day
International Migrants' Day is annually marked on December 18.
International Migrants Day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2000, in response to the growing number of migrants across the world, in addition to, marking the establishment of the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families, adopted by the United Nations in 1990, that came into force in 2003.
The theme for International Migrants Day 2024 is 'Honouring the contributions of migrants and respecting their rights.'
Minorities Rights Day in India
Minorities Rights Day in India is observed on December 18. The day is observed in India, every year to safeguard the constitutionally guaranteed rights of religious minorities in the country.
The establishment of Minorities Rights Day coincides with the adoption of the UN Declaration on December 18, 1992. This declaration emphasised the right of persons belonging to minorities to enjoy their own culture, practice their religion and use their language without discrimination.
In response to this, India took a significant step by creating the National Commission for Minorities (NCM) under the National Commission for Minorities Act (1992). This commission is tasked with safeguarding and promoting the rights of minority communities in the country.
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