September 15 is observed worldwide as the International Day of Democracy 🌍.
Here’s what you should know about this important global day:
📅 International Day of Democracy
· Established by: United Nations General assembly in 2007
· Purpose: To promote and uphold the principles of democracy, freedom, and human rights.
· Significance: It serves as a reminder that democracy is not just about elections — it’s about the participation of citizens in decision-making, accountability, transparency, and equality.
🌍 How It’s Observed
· Governments, NGOs, and educational institutions organize seminars, debates, campaigns, and awareness programs about democratic rights.
· Discussions focus on issues such as free speech, fair governance, and citizen empowerment.
· Many countries take this opportunity to reflect on their democratic systems and engage citizens in policy-making dialogues.
💡 Theme
Each year, the United Nations highlights a specific theme for the international Day of Democracy, focusing on challenges and opportunities for strengthening democracy worldwide — such as human rights, youth participation, or technology’s impact on governance.
Why It Matters
In today’s world, where political systems face challenges like misinformation, low voter participation, and polarization, this day encourages people to protect democratic values and work towards inclusive governance.
Other Observances on september 15
Alongside this international day, september 15 is also celebrated as:
· Engineers’ Day in india (honoring Sir M. Visvesvaraya)
· Independence Day in Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua
But the official international day recognized by the UN is the International Day of Democracy.
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