Published on: October 26, 2023

United Nations Day

United Nations Day

Why in news? United Nations Day is celebrated every year on October 24

Highlights:

  • History -The day marks the anniversary when the UN Charter entered into force in 1945.
  • In 1971, the organisation adopted United Nations Resolution and declared that the United Nations Day ought to be an international observance.
  • Significance-It offers the opportunity to amplify the common agenda and reaffirm the purposes and principles of the UN Charter that has guided the nation for the past 76 years.
  • Theme for 2023-“Equality, Freedom, and Justice for All.”