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Sadbhavana Diwas on 20 August: Purpose and Origin

20 August 20261 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSSadbhavanaDiwas on 20August: Purposeand Origin20 August 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

Sadbhavana Diwas was marked again on 20 August 2026, reminding people of the values of harmony and unity among communities.

Key facts

  • Date: 20 August annually.
  • Purpose: peace, unity, goodwill and harmony.
  • Linked to: the birth anniversary of the late Rajiv Gandhi, a former PM.
  • First observed: 20 August 1992.
ItemDetail
DaySadbhavana Diwas
Meaning of SadbhavanaGoodwill and harmony
First held1992
Assassination year1991

Exam angle

  • Date to remember: 20 August.
  • Whose birth anniversary: Rajiv Gandhi.
  • Word meaning: Sadbhavana equals goodwill and harmony.

Test yourself

1. On which date is Sadbhavana Diwas observed every year?

The notes give 20 August.

2. Sadbhavana Diwas marks the birth anniversary of which former Prime Minister?

It marks Rajiv Gandhi's birth anniversary.

3. In which year was Sadbhavana Diwas first observed?

The first observance was on 20 August 1992.

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