Every year, Children’s Day is celebrated across India on November 14
The birthday of Jawaharlal Nehru, affectionately known as Chacha Nehru, November 14 was chosen to be observed as Children's Day after his demise in 1964
Nehru was a strong advocate of children's rights and an inclusive education system that makes information available to everyone
In the past, India observed Children's Day on November 20, the day the United Nations observes World Children's Day
However after Jawaharlal Nehru's demise, the Indian Parliament passed a resolution designating his birthday as Children's Day
Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru's birthday was therefore observed as Children's Day starting from 1964, the year of his demise
Schools and other educational institutions commemorate the day with a variety of educational and motivational activities, including sporting events and quizzes
Children's Day is also observed to promote children's rights, education, and accessibility to quality care