24 January Important Days: Girl Child Day and Education Day
Why in the news
Two observances fall on 24 January: National Girl Child Day and the International Day of Education.
Key facts
| Detail | National Girl Child Day (NGCD) | International Day of Education (IDE) |
|---|---|---|
| Year edition | 2026, the 19th observance | 2026, the 8th observance |
| Origin | Established 2008 | First observed 2019 |
| Linked body | Ministry of Women & Child Development | UNGA Resolution A/RES/73/25 (2018) |
| 2026 theme | Empowering Every Daughter, Building a Stronger India | The Power of Youth in Co-Creating Education |
Exam angle
- Ministry for NGCD: Women & Child Development.
- IDE was declared in 2018 by the UN General Assembly and first marked in 2019.
- Expect questions on themes and observance numbers.