International Day of Non-Violence is observed on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi. It was established on 15 June 2007 according to United Nations General Assembly resolution A/RES/61/271. The day is an occasion to "disseminate the message of non-violence...through education and public awareness...and reaffirm the desire for a culture of peace, tolerance, understanding and non-violence". It is not a public holiday, but is observed around the world in various ways, often to draw attention to global issues. Its date and purpose correspond with those of the Indian national public holiday of Gandhi Jayanti.  Read more..

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According to the United Nations General Assembly resolution of June 15, 2007, the International Day of Non-Violence is observed annually on October 2, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence. This international day, proposed at the time by the Indian Minister of Foreign Affairs, is an opportunity to spread the message of non-violence, in particular through education and awareness-raising actions and to promote a culture of peace, tolerance, understanding and non-violence in the world. According to a Gandhi's quote: "Non-violence is the greatest force at the disposal of mankind. It is mightier than the mightiest weapon of destruction devised by the ingenuity of man".. Read more..