When was International Mother Language Day declared?
1999
21 February was declared to be the International Mother Language Day by UNESCO in 1999. It has been observed throughout the world since 21 February 2000. The declaration came up in tribute to the Language Movement done by the Bangladeshis (then the East Pakistanis).
Who proposed International Mother Language Day?
The background to the proclamation of the International Mother Language Day was a proposal from Bangladesh at the UNESCO General Conference in Paris on 17 November 1999 to declare 21 February as an international day on the ground that on this day many had sacrificed their lives for their mother tongue.
What is celebrated on 21st February?
New Delhi: International Mother Language Day or Matribhasha Diwas is observed every year on February 21 to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism around the world. The idea to celebrate International Mother Language Day first came from Bangladesh.
Which language is the mother of all languages?
Sanskrit
Known as ‘the mother of all languages,’ Sanskrit is the dominant classical language of the Indian subcontinent and one of the 22 official languages of India. It is also the liturgical language of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.
What is the theme of the International Mother Language Day 2020?
Languages without borders
The 2020 International Mother Language Day edition will contribute to promoting peaceful dialogue and social inclusion. The 2020 theme is “Languages without borders”. Recognition of and respect for linguistic and cultural diversity contribute to strengthening the unity and cohesion of societies.
What is the significance of 21 February?
International Mother Language Day or Matribhasha Diwas is observed every year on February 21 to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism around the world. The idea to celebrate International Mother Language Day first came from Bangladesh.