Children’s Day:14th November
Children’s Day is celebrated every year on 14 November to mark the birth anniversary of India’s first Prime Minister Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru. This day is popularly known as ‘Baal Diwas’ in India. The day aims to raise the awareness of the rights, care and education of children. On this day, in many schools and I institute programs are organised across the country, by and for children.
History:
Jawaharlal Nehru was India’s first Prime Minister, was famous among children and was popularly known as ‘Chacha Nehru’. After his death in 1964, it was decided that to move the celebrations of Children’s Day to November 14.
Australia wins their maiden T20 World Cup 2021 title
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Man of the Match: Mitchell Marsh Player of the Tournament: David Warner – 289 runs
Top wicket-takers in T20 World Cup:
Wanindu Hasaranga – SL – 16
Best Performers in T20 World Cup 2021are:
Most Runs: Babar Azam (Pakistan) – 6 matches – 303 runs
David Warner(Australia) -7 matches – 289 runs
Professor Bimal Patel of India elected to UN’sInternational Law Commission
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