International Day of Happiness Celebrated on 20 March 2025.

Important Days | Dated: 21 Mar 2025

The United Nations (UN) observes the International Day of Happiness annually on March 20 to emphasize the significance of well-being and happiness in people's lives. The day promotes inclusive, equitable, and balanced economic growth while advocating for sustainable development and poverty eradication.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - Theme of International Day of Happiness 2025: "Caring and Sharing".
  • - In 2012, the UN General Assembly (UNGA) adopted resolution A/RES/66/281, officially designating March 20 as the International Day of Happiness each year.
  • - The resolution was proposed by Bhutan, a country that has prioritized national happiness over national income since the early 1970s. The first-ever International Day of Happiness was celebrated on March 20, 2013.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) According to the World Happiness Report (WHR) 2025, Finland remains the happiest country in the world for the 8th consecutive year, followed by Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden.
  • (ii) India has improved its ranking to 118th place (up from 126th in 2024), though it still reflects low levels of happiness.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

When is the International Day of Happiness recently observed?

Correct Answer: March 20

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