Minorities Rights Day 2023: Know It’s History, Significance And Theme
By Anshika Verma18, Dec 2023 07:00 AMjagranjosh.com
Minorities Rights Day 2023
On December 18, India celebrates Minorities Rights Day, a day dedicated to upholding and advancing the rights of the country's minority populations. Tap to read about it’s history, significance and theme!
History of Minorities Rights Day
The UN celebrated Minorities Rights Day for the first time on December 18, 1992. The UN passed a resolution pertaining to the individual rights of linguistic, national, and religious minorities.
Significance of Minorities Rights Day
Upholding the fundamental rights of minority communities and encouraging their equitable participation in society is greatly enhanced by National Minorities Rights Day.
Minorities Rights Day 2023 Theme
In 2023, Minorities Rights Day will have the subject ‘Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion.’ In order to end discrimination and advance minority rights, it demands group action.
What are minorities?
When it comes to their customs, colour, religion, ethnicity, or other traits, minorities are populations with fewer members than the dominant groups within those categories.
objective of minorities rights day
The importance of accepting diversity and creating inclusive communities where everyone feels appreciated and respected is important.