Gandhi Jayanti (October 2) will now be recognised annually as the International Day of Non-Violence according to a resolution adopted by the UN in 2007. The goal is to "disseminate the message of non-violence, including through education and public awareness".
The International Day of Non-Violence is observed on October 2, which is also Mahatma Gandhi's birthday. Gandhi was a leading figure in the Indian independence movement and a founder of the non-violent ideology and approach. The International Day was established by the General Assembly in a resolution passed on June 5, 2007, as a time to spread the message of non-violence, particularly via education and public awareness. The resolution underlines the nonviolent principle's global applicability and the goal to uphold a culture of peace, tolerance, and nonviolence. This year, the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations will host a special event on October 2 at UN Headquarters to commemorate the Day of Non-Violence and the 114th birthday of Mahatma Gandhi. The event will also feature the Secretary-General of the UN, Ban Ki-moon, and the President of the 68th session of the General Assembly, Ambassador John Ashe.
History
The nonviolent concept, commonly referred to as nonviolent resistance, forbids the use of physical force to bring about social or political change. This strategy is used by numerous organisations all over the world in social justice initiatives. Non-violent behaviour can be categorized into three primary groups:
1. Marches and vigils are forms of protest and persuasion.
2. Non-cooperation.
3. Interventions that don't include violence, such blockades and occupations.
The UN acknowledges a philosophical affinity between Gandhi's ideas and the ones expressed in its universal declaration of human rights. Gandhi was conceived on October 2, 1869, in India. He is remembered today for his efforts to the freedom of India and for disseminating an ideology for addressing injustice and discord to the rest of the globe. He propagated the Ahimsa school of thought, which advocates using nonviolence as a means of settling disputes in a peaceful manner. Gandhi worked to free India, which happened on August 15, 1947. The murder took place on January 30, 1948.
The International Day of Nonviolence was established by a resolution passed by the UN General Assembly in 2007. The purpose of the day was to promote nonviolence around the world, including through education and public awareness. The resolution demonstrated the widespread admiration for Gandhi and his outlook. Gandhi's birthday, October 2, was chosen as the day's designation. On October 2, 2007, was the first International Day of Nonviolence.
Symbols
For this event, marketing and promotional materials frequently feature the UN emblem. Inscribed in a wreath made of crossed conventionalized olive tree branches is a projection of the global map (excluding Antarctica) centred on the North Pole. The globe map shows the regions where the UN is most concerned about attaining its primary goals of peace and security, while the olive branches stand for peace. The map's projection encompasses five concentric rings and goes up to 60 degrees south latitude.
Significance
The goal of this day is to promote nonviolence around the world. Gandhi has served as a model for nonviolent movements all across the world. Even in the face of formidable obstacles, he persisted in his commitment to nonviolence and guided India towards freedom. The UN holds official celebrations of the 2007 resolution all over the world.
