International Labour Day: 1 May

Current Context: International Labour Day, also known as International Workers’ Day or May Day, is celebrated annually on May 1st.

• This day is a tribute to the contributions and achievements of workers worldwide.
• The roots of this day can be traced back to the 1886 Haymarket Riot in Chicago, where labour unions in the United States initiated a strike advocating for an eight-hour workday.
• The day is now observed in more than 80 countries, including India, Cuba, China, and many others.
• In 1955, the Catholic Church dedicated May 1st to “Saint Joseph the Worker”, who is the patron saint of workers and craftsmen.
• The theme for International Labour Day 2024 is “Empowering Workers: Building Resilient and Inclusive Workplaces”.
• This theme focuses on the empowerment of workers to create inclusive and adaptive workplaces, advocating for environments that respect and value the diversity of their workforce.

Question:

Q.1 When is International Labour Day celebrated annually?
a. February 1st
b. March 1st
c. April 1st

d. May 1st