United Nations Day- Since 1948,24th October is celebrated as United Nations Day.
- Part of United Nations Week and which runs from 20th to 26th October.
- It was ratified by the original 5 permanent members of the Security Council such as:
- China
- France
- Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (now Russia)
- United Kingdom
- United States and majority of the other signatories
- 2016 Theme is “Freedom First” .
Key Aspects
- Highlight the actions, which can achieve the Supportable Development Goals in this year.
- Organized in the United Nations General Assembly Hall.
- Dedicated to aims and achievements of the United Nations Organization.
- Celebration includes meetings, discussions, exhibits, cultural performance etc.
Importance of United Nation Charter
- UN officially constitutes treaties and all signatory members are bound by its articles.
- Obligations to the UN succeed over all other treaty obligations as per the Article 103 of the UN Charter.
- Most countries of the world have now ratified the Charter.
✍Examrace Team at Aug 20, 2021