International Day of Older Persons: 01 October

Current Context: The International Day of Older Persons is observed every year on 1 October, established by the UN General Assembly in 1990 and first celebrated in 1991.

• The 2025 theme is “Older Persons Driving Local and Global Action: Our Aspirations, Our Well-Being, and Our Rights.”
• It marks the 35th observance, highlighting the role of elders as rights-holders and contributors to sustainable development.
• The day builds on the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing (2002), which promotes dignity, health, and participation of older persons.
• Globally, by 2050, 1 in 6 people will be over 65, making ageing a key development priority.

Question:

Q.1 The International Day of Older Persons is observed every year on which date?
a) 21 September
b) 5 June
c) 10 October
d) 1 October

Answer: d) The UN General Assembly established this day in 1990, and it has been observed annually on 1 October since 1991.