International Day of Nonviolence 2023

• This day is celebrated on 2 October to commemorate the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi (Father of the Nation).

• Theme 2023: "Say No to Violence"

• In 2007, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution designating October 2 as the International Day of Nonviolence.

• The principle of nonviolence – also known as nonviolent resistance – rejects the use of physical violence to achieve social or political change.

• In India, 2 October is celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti.