Important Days in December 2023, Full List

Important Days in December 2023

Days & Dates are among the important topics in various competitive exams such as RRB NTPC, Group D, SSC CGL, CHSL, PSC, State Exams and Others. So this topic becomes very essential for aspirants who are preparing for government jobs to know in detail the significance of days & dates in December. The month of December is the last and the twelfth month of the year according to the Julian and Gregorian Calendar. World AIDS Day, Indian Navy Day, International Civil Aviation Day, Human Rights Day, UNICEF Foundation Day, Christmas Day, Good Governance Day, and many more are some of the important days of December. 

Important Days & Dates in December 2023

Here is a complete list of important national and international days and dates in December 2023. 

Significance of Important Days in December 2023

The significance of Important Days and Dates in December 2023 has been discussed in detail in the below section. 

World AIDS Day- 1st December 2023

The first day of December is commemorated as World AIDS Day every year. People around the world unite together to show support for people living with HIV and to remember those who have died from AIDS-related illnesses.

National Pollution Prevention Day- 2nd December 2023

2nd December every year is remembered as National Pollution Prevention Day. This day is remembered in the memory of people who lost their lives in the Bhopal gas Tragedy. The Bhopal gas tragedy occurred on 2–3 December in the year 1984. Many people died due to inhalation of the poisonous gas Methyl Isocyanate also known as MIC. 

International Day of Persons with Disabilities – 3rd December 2023

This day of December is celebrated every year on International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This day was proclaimed in the year 1992, by the resolution of UNGA. The day aims to promote an understanding of disabled people and their related issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.

Indian Navy Day – 4th December 2023

Indian Navy Day is celebrated annually every year on 4th December to admire the achievements of India’s naval forces and their role in national development. The theme of Indian Navy Day 2022 is ‘Swarnim Vijay Varsh’ which marks the 50th year of India’s victory in the 1971 Indo-Pakistan war.

International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development- 5th December 2023

This day in December offers an opportunity for volunteer-involving organizations and individual volunteers to promote volunteerism, encourage governments to hear up volunteer efforts, and recognize volunteer contributions to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at every level.

Armed Forces Flag Day- 7th December 2023

From the year 1949, 7th December is observed as the Armed Forces Flag Day throughout the country to pay tribute to the martyrs and the men in uniform who fearlessly safeguard the country’s esteem. 

International day against corruption – 9th December 2023

International Anti-Corruption Day is observed annually on 9 December since the passage of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption on 31 October 2003  in order to raise public awareness for anti-corruption.

Human Rights Day- 10th December 2023

Annually 10 December is celebrated as Human Rights Day. It helps to educate individuals about their rights and dignity and how to avoid abusing them. This day also commemorates the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).

International Mountain Day-11th December 2023

International Mountain Day is celebrated every year on 11 December to create awareness about the vitality of mountains to life, to spotlight the opportunities and obstacles in mountain development, and to build associations that will bring affirmative changes to the mountain peoples and environments around the world.

International Migrants Day- 18th December 2023

The general assembly adopted a resolution on the big day, that is,18 December 1990, to Protect the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families. 

Kisan Diwas (Farmer’s Day)- 23rd December 2023

This day commemorates the birth anniversary of former prime minister and farmer leader Chaudhary Charan Singh. The purpose of this celebrated day is to show our gratitude for the farmers who are the foundation of the nation’s economy building.

Christmas Day- 25th December 2023

Annually on this day, people all over the world commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. Though this day is not only celebrated among Christians but also this day is celebrated among all religions. This day is full of joy, happiness and light.

Good Governance Day-  25th December 2023

This day is the birth anniversary of former PM of India Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji. This day commemorates the contributions of Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji.  Also to pay tribute for all that he did for the building nation.

New Year’s Eve- 31st December 2023

The last day of the calendar year is observed as New Year’s Eve. People come together to enjoy and welcome the new year with lots of fun and happiness.

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