In a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi’s philosophy of brotherhood

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In a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi’s philosophy of brotherhood and peace, the UN General Assembly declared his birth anniversary, October 2, as the

1. International Day of Non-Violence
2. International Day of Cooperation
3. International Day of Peace and Cooperation
4. International Day of Peace and Non-Violence

Correct Option: A

The International Day of Non-Violence is observed on 2 October, the birthday of Mohandas Gandhi. On 15 June, 2007 the United Nations General Assembly voted to establish 2 October as the International Day of Non-Violence. The resolution by the General Assembly asks all members of the UN system to commemorate 2 October in “an appropriate manner and disseminate the message of non-violence, including through education and public awareness.”