This day marks the birth anniversary of the first PM of India…
On November 14, Children's Day, is celebrated in India. It is also known as 'Bal Diwas'.
The day also marks the birth anniversary of the country's first PM Jawaharlal Nehru. He was famous for his love for children.
He said that children are the true wealth of the country and "the most precious resource" as well. It was because of his love for children that he was fondly called 'Chacha Nehru' by kids.
Notably, before Jawahar Lal Nehru's death, Bal Diwas was celebrated on November 20, coinciding with Universal Children's Day by the United Nations.
When he died in the year 1964, a resolution was passed in the parliament to give him a heartfelt farewell and it was unanimously decided to celebrate his birthday as Bal Diwas or Children's Day in India.
On this day, schools across the nation organise special events and programs for the children who also showered with gifts that consist of eatables, books and cards.
They also conduct games, debates, seminars, dance, music, essay, speech and painting competitions.
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