International Day of Play 2024: 11 June

Current Context: The International Day of Play, observed for the first time on 11 June 2024, is an annual event established by a United Nations General Assembly resolution to promote and ensure play across all ages.

• The day, co-proposed by 13 countries and supported by a coalition of global organizations and companies, emphasizes the importance of play in fostering resilience, creativity, innovation, and the development of cognitive, physical, creative, social, and emotional skills.
• The theme for 2024 is “Play Unites Us All”, highlighting play’s role in uniting people across cultures, generations, and communities.
• A high-level event will be held at the Trusteeship Council - UNHQ on this day to raise awareness about the critical role of play for human development.

Question:

1. When was the International Day of Play observed for the first time?

• A) 11 June 2022
• B) 11 June 2023
• C) 11 June 2024
• D) 11 June 2025

Answer: C) The International Day of Play, observed for the first time on 11 June 2024, is an annual event established by a United Nations General Assembly resolution to promote and ensure play across all ages.