World Book Day is celebrated on 23 April in the world. It is said that books are the true friend of man and the greatest teacher after mother. It is said about books that books are the mirror of history and also the guide of future. On the occasion of World Book Day, know the importance of history and important things related to this day.
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Why is World Book Day celebrated?
Books give knowledge as well as entertain. Book day is celebrated to read more and more good books and gain knowledge. There are many people in the world who do not have access to books. Through this day, UNESCO aims to promote literacy among the people of the world. With this, access to educational resources can be ensured to all.
When did the celebration of World Book Day begin?
World Book Day is celebrated every year on 23rd April. It is called World Book and Copyright Day. UNESCO started celebrating this day on 23 April 1995. Through this day, UNESCO aims to promote literacy among people around the world.
How was the selection of 23 April
The original idea of celebrating Book Day was by Spanish writer Vicente Claval Andrés. Spanish writer Vicente Clavel Andrés gave it in honor of Miguel de Cervantes to celebrate his birthday on 7 October and then his death anniversary on 23 April. Later, UNESCO decided to celebrate 23 April as World Book and Copyright Day because according to the Gregorian calendar, this day was the birth anniversary of William Shakespeare, Vladimir Nabokov, Mamuel Cezia Vallejo. At the same time, the death anniversaries of Miguel de Cervantes, Joseph Pla, Inca Garcilaso de la Vega take place.
Who Organizes
In Spain where it was celebrated on 7 October until 1930 and since then on 23 April. In Sweden also this day is celebrated on this day but it was changed in the year 2000 and in the year 2011. Whereas in the UK and Ireland it is celebrated on the first Thursday of March in which charity is the main one. Many types of events are organized by UNESCO on this day.
Celebrate the world in different ways
It is celebrated in different ways in the world. On World Book Day, writers who write good books are honored. Somewhere, publishers are also rewarded. Book release ceremonies are also held at places. Books are discussed in literary committees.
