{"id":8744,"date":"2021-09-16T16:37:43","date_gmt":"2021-09-16T11:07:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ixambee.com\/blog\/?p=8744"},"modified":"2021-09-24T12:19:52","modified_gmt":"2021-09-24T06:49:52","slug":"international-day-of-peace-history-theme-significance-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.ixambee.com\/international-day-of-peace-history-theme-significance-and-more","title":{"rendered":"International Day of Peace: History, Theme, Significance and More!<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\u201cOn this International Day, let us promise to make peace not just a priority, but a passion. Let us pledge to do more, wherever we are in whatever way we can, to make every day a day of peace.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

–Ban Ki Moon, Former UN General-Secretary<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When is International Day of Peace Observed?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

International Day of Peace is observed on September 21, every year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is It Also Called Peace Day?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, International Day of Peace is also known as International Peace Day. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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History of International Peace Day<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The holiday was initially marked in 1981 <\/strong>to be observed for the maintenance of world peace and stability. However, in 2001<\/strong>, the day was further dedicated to cease-fire (in places with ongoing war) and non-violence. <\/strong>The day focuses on celebrating and strengthening the principles of peace all over the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2013<\/strong>, the day was further dedicated to Peace education. Peace education implies the obtaining of virtues and values that allow all people to live in peace and harmony with themselves and others in our shared surroundings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Ceasefire? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ceasefire refers to the temporary stoppage in an ongoing war. During ceasefire, the involved parties agree to refrain from any aggressive activities towards one-another. On September 21, ceasefire is observed by UN member-nations who may be involved in war at a given time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Is International Day of Peace Observed?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The day is dedicated to creating awareness and dialogue about the importance of peace and security across the world. This peace is necessary both within independent nation-states and at an international level as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As political scenarios change, the outlook of violence and war also changes. The day allows us to reflect upon how peace and harmony can be achieved across the globe for all countries and societies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In other words, the day also gives us a chance to reflect upon problems that threaten our peace and stability. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also read about the <\/strong>International Day of Democracy<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Whom Was This Day Marked?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The day was brought into observation by the United Nations<\/strong>. The United Nations is an intergovernmental global organization whose fundamental aim is to ensure peace, security and stability across all nations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does India Also Observe This Day?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, India also observes the International Peace Day on September 21, 2021 as it is a member of the United Nations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the Theme for International Day of Peace 2021?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The International Day of Peace theme 2021 is \u201cRecovering better for an equitable and sustainable world.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year\u2019s theme also intertwines the values of sharing, compassion and kindness with peace and harmony to rebuild our world together as we try to re-emerge from the grasp of a global pandemic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The International Day of Peace Theme 2020 was “Shaping Peace Together.<\/strong>” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Does the United Nations Help in Maintaining Peace?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The United Nations acts as an intermediary between its member states in times of crises. It tries to ensure that conflicts are resolved peacefully through negotiation and verbal communication. The UN also deploys Peacekeeping Operations as and when necessary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about how the UN deals with threats to peace and aggression.<\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Should We Do on International Peace Day?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n