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World Book and Copyright Day 2026: Theme, Rabat Capital

23 April 20261 min read
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRSWorld Book andCopyright Day2026: Theme,Rabat Capital23 April 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

World Book and Copyright Day was marked on 23 April 2026 with a theme that presents books as a path to dialogue and peace.

Key facts

  • Date: 23 April.
  • 2026 theme: ‘Read Your World – Books as Bridges to Peace’.
  • UNESCO established it at its General Conference in Paris in 1995; first celebrated on 23 April 1996 in Barcelona.
  • Rabat (Morocco) holds the 2026 World Book Capital title, reported as the 26th city to get it.
  • The date honours literary figures including William Shakespeare.

About the day

The observance promotes reading, publishing and copyright protection. The World Book Capital programme focuses on wider access to books, stronger publishing and literacy.

Exam angle

  • Remember: 23 April, UNESCO, 1995.
  • Rabat is the 2026 World Book Capital.
  • Theme wording is a typical international-days question.

Test yourself

1. On which date is World Book and Copyright Day observed?

It is observed every year on 23 April.

2. Which city is the World Book Capital for 2026?

Rabat holds the 2026 title.

3. In which year did UNESCO establish World Book and Copyright Day?

UNESCO established it in 1995 at its General Conference in Paris.

Sources: AffairsCloud daily current affairs, BankExamsToday one-liners

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