International Education Day: 24 January

Current Context: The International Day of Education is celebrated annually on January 24. This day was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in recognition of the role of education for peace and development.

• The theme for the 2024 celebration is "learning for lasting peace".
• The day is dedicated to highlighting the crucial role that education and teachers play in countering hate speech.
• It’s a reminder of the critical role that education plays in building a sustainable future for every child.
• The UNESCO Recommendation on Education for Peace, Human Rights, and Sustainable Development underlines that learning for peace must be transformative, helping empower learners with the necessary knowledge, values, attitudes, skills, and behaviors to become agents of peace in their communities.

Question:

Q.1 When is the International Day of Education celebrated annually?
a. February 24
b. January 24
c. March 24
d. April 24