♦ The International Day of Non-Violence is observed every year on October 2 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2007.  The decision was inspired by the principles of non-violence promoted by Mahatma Gandhi. The day aims to promote education about non-violence and raise awareness of its significance in achieving social change, emphasizing that peaceful approaches can lead to positive societal outcomes.