International Day of Democracy 2023: Date, theme, history, quotes, significance

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Also Read: What democratic majority means In the subsequent years, Qatar took a leading role in advocating for the recognition and promotion of an International Day of Democracy. Ultimately, on November 8, 2007, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) unanimously adopted a resolution to officially designate this day titled, “Support by United Nations system of efforts of governments to promote and consolidate a new or restored democracies." The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) proposed that the International Day of Democracy be observed on September 15, marking the ten-year anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration on Democracy.

The inaugural celebration of this day occurred in 2008. According to the United Nations, the International Day of Democracy serves as a valuable occasion to assess the global status of democracy.

Also Read: G20 Summit: AI-generated avatar to greet world leaders at ‘Mother of Democracy’ exhibit Democracy is not only a destination but also an ongoing process, and it is only through the active engagement and involvement of the international community that the aspiration of democracy can be transformed into a tangible reality. Each year, activities are organized around a specific theme, but the fundamental objective remains consistent: to advocate for and maintain democracy as an essential human right and a pivotal element of effective governance and global peace.

The United Nations, alongside numerous international organizations, orchestrate a variety of events, conferences, and dialogues on this day to commemorate it and advance the principles of democracy. Here are some famous quotes on democracy from notable individuals throughout history: "Democracy is the government of the