International Day of Non-Violence – 2 October
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Every year, we observe the International Day of Non-Violence on 2 October. We observe it on the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.
Gandhi was the leader of the Indian independence movement, He was the pioneer (leader) of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence.
This International Day is an occasion to “disseminate (spread) the message of non-violence, including through education and public awareness”.
Non-violence
The principle of non-violence (or non-violent resistance) rejects the use of physical violence in order to achieve social or political change.
There are three main categories of non-violence action. They include protests such as marches and vigils; non-cooperation; and non-violent intervention, such as blockades.
History of the International Day of Non-Violence
On 15 June 2007, the United Nations General Assembly voted to establish 2 October as the International Day of Non-Violence.
Mahatma Gandhi
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi (Mahatma Gandhi) was born on 2 October 1869, in Porbandar, Gujarat. This year marks Gandhi’s 152nd birth anniversary.
Mahatma Gandhi was one of the most important leaders that India and the world have ever seen. Using the idea of non-violence, he led the successful campaign for India’s independence from British rule. Throughout his life, Gandhi remained committed to his belief in non-violence even when the going was tough. This, in turn, also inspired other movements for civil rights and freedom across the world.
International Day of Non-Violence
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