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International Epilepsy Day 2026: Date, Organisers, Symbol

20 February 20261 min read
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRSInternationalEpilepsy Day 2026:Date, Organisers,Symbol20 February 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The 2026 edition of International Epilepsy Day was marked in February, with the theme of spreading awareness about the neurological condition and reducing stigma around it.

Key facts

  • Date: second Monday of February every year.
  • Purpose: raise awareness about epilepsy and cut stigma.
  • Organisers: the International Bureau for Epilepsy (IBE) and the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE), working jointly.
  • Symbol: the colour purple stands for epilepsy awareness worldwide.

Exam angle

  • Day observed in February, on a Monday.
  • Two organising bodies: IBE and ILAE.
  • Colour associated: purple.

Test yourself

1. On which day is International Epilepsy Day observed?

It falls on the second Monday of February.

2. Which colour is the global awareness symbol for epilepsy?

Purple is the symbol of epilepsy awareness.

3. Which two bodies jointly organise International Epilepsy Day?

The International Bureau for Epilepsy and the International League Against Epilepsy organise it.

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