INTERNATIONAL DAY OF NON-VIOLENCE

Oct. 2, 2020

International Day of Non-Violence 2020 is being observed on 2nd October.

About:

  • The International Day of Non-Violence is observed on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence.

  • According to General Assembly resolution of 15 June 2007, which established the commemoration, the International Day is an occasion to "disseminate the message of non-violence, including through education and public awareness"

  • There are three main categories of non-violence action:
    • protest and persuasion, including marches and vigils;

    • non-cooperation; and

    • non-violent intervention, such as blockades and occupations.



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