International Day of Girl Child 2023: Who Is Helping Girls to Get Deserved Respect?

spot_img

Last Updated on 10 October 2023 IST | The International Day of the Girl Child celebrated on October 11, is an attempt to raise awareness about the issues that girls face. This year’s events range from seminars to virtual forums. To commemorate 10 years of IDG, the United Nations stated that this year they will start a 24 hour virtual forum, in which human interest blogs, videos and stories will be shared. 

International Day of Girl Child 2023: Highlights

  • The International Day of Girl Child is observed on the 11th of October every year. 
  • This year’s theme is “Invest in Girls’ Rights: Our Leadership, Our Well-being” 
  • The UN General Assembly declared October 11 as International Day of the Girl Child on December 19, 2011.
  • There are specific laws for Girl Rights Protection in India, but they lack implementation.
  • Almighty God Kabir can ensure the protection of Girl Rights forever. 
  • All the Girl Children are daughters of the Creator God Kabir. 

International Day of Girl Child 2023 Theme

To commemorate the International Day of the Girl Child 2023, various world leaders and UN agencies shared greetings and messages on social media. The theme for the day this year is ‘Invest in Girls’ Rights: Our Leadership, Our Well-being‘  

International Day of Girl Child: Significance

Women and girls account for half of the world’s population, and their development must be accelerated. The world must commit to empowering young girls and women by providing them with adequate healthcare, skill-based learning opportunities, and a world free of gender-based violence and discrimination.

International Day of Girl Child: Events & Celebration

The purpose of International Day of the Girl Child is to provide young girls and women with proper education, healthcare, learning, and opportunities. They must be protected from gender-based violence and discrimination. On the 11th of October, the UN will start a 24 hour virtual forum which can be joined by anyone from all around the world. 

International Day of Girl Child: History

The commemoration of The International Day of the Girl Child promotes the empowerment of girls all around the world. It also seeks to identify and amplify the voices of adolescent girls around the world. It also draws attention to the need to address the challenges that girls face.

The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, the most progressive blueprint for advancing women’s and girls’ rights, was adopted in 1995 during the World Conference on Women in Beijing. The UN General Assembly declared the 11th of October as International Day of the Girl Child on the 19th of December 2011.

■ Also Read | International Daughters Day: How Can We Attain Gender Neutral Society?

Since then, it has been recognized as the most advanced and progressive blueprint ever for women’s and girls’ rights. In December 2011, the UN General Assembly declared the 11th of October to be International Day of the Girl Child. It was primarily established to focus on the challenges that girls face daily around the world and to empower their young minds.

Laws for Girl Rights Protection in India

Specific laws have been enacted to address issues affecting women and girls, such as dowry harassment (1961), the practice of sati (1987), female foeticide (1994), domestic violence (2005), and workplace sexual harassment (2013). Other laws protecting children’s rights generally emphasize girls’ equal status and protection, such as trafficking (1956), the right to education (2002 amendment to the Constitution and 2009 act), child labor (1986), juvenile justice (2000), child marriage prohibition (2006), and protection from sexual offenses (2012).

Current Scenario of Girl Child Safety in India

Courts have stepped in where governments have been slow to act. Sexual intercourse with a minor wife, for example, was declared an offense by the Supreme Court in 2017. Nonetheless, there are significant gaps in the application of these laws and principles to benefit all girl children and young women. They have been the targets of violence and discrimination since their birth. Female foeticide remains dangerously common in India.

Girls are also still victims of the illegal practice of child marriage. According to UNICEF’s pre-pandemic estimates, at least 1.5 million girls under the age of 18 marry in India each year, making it the country with the most child brides – accounting for one-third of the global total.

Quotes on International Day of the Girl Child

  • Boisterous As Wind, Playful As Balloon, Please Don’t Kill The Little Butterfly In Her Cocoon.
  • Don’t Be Cold, Girls Are Worth More Than Gold
  • A Female Has The Right To Her Body, Even If She’s Still In The Womb
  • A girl child brings joy, she is no less than a boy
  • Don’t let their lives end before it even begins
  • Girls Are The Spirit Of Our Nation, Save Them And Stop Their Exploitation.

Girls Education in India

Girls in India have less access to education as well. According to the Right to Education Forum’s ten-year status report released in 2020, girls are twice as likely as boys to have less than four years of schooling. In urban areas, the gross attendance rate for girls in higher secondary school is 58, while in rural areas it is 75. Education has a direct impact on girls’ ability to seek formal employment and achieve economic independence, which is critical for realizing their rights and liberties. 

Almighty God Kabir Is the Real Protector

Human Rights protection is a fundamental need of society. These days the rights of the people are not being protected by the governments of the nations. Independent bodies are also failing in safeguarding people’s fundamental rights. Only omnipotent God Kabir (Kabir Parmeshvar) can protect the rights of all the citizens. He is our real protector. The Saviour, Liberator, and Protector of all souls have arrived on Earth. All we need to do is identify Him and take His refuge as soon as possible. 

Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj Can Ensure Girl Rights Protection 

Jagatguru Tatvdarshi Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj is the only enlightened Saint in the entire Universe. The refuge of Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj can ensure Girl Rights Protection not only in India but in the entire World. One just needs to take Naam Initiation (Naam Diksha) from Him and start doing true worship of Almighty God Kabir based on the holy scriptures of all the religions. Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj has taught the world via His nectar speeches that there is no difference between a Girl Child and a Boy Child. Children are obtained by the blessings of God, we should treat them as sons and daughters of the Creator God.

Most Searched FAQs on International Day of the Girl Child

When did the International Day Of the Girl Child start?

In 2011, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution adopting 11 October as the International Day of the Girl Child.

When is the International Day Of Girl Child celebrated every year?

October 11

What is the importance of International Day Of Girl Child?

It is observed to raise awareness about gender-based violence & discrimination, and to stop it to ensure the safety of Girl Child globally. 

How can we empower a Girl Child?

By educating herself with the Supreme Knowledge of Almighty God Kabir.

Connect With Us on the Following Social Media Platforms

WhatsApp ChannelFollow
Telegram Follow
YoutubeSubscribe
Google NewsFollow

Latest articles

International Day of Happiness 2024: Know the Way To Attain Ultimate Peace and Happiness

Last Updated on 18 March 2024 IST: The International Day of Happiness recognizes that...

International Day of Happiness 2024 [Hindi]: अंतर्राष्ट्रीय खुशी दिवस पर जानें वह स्थान जहां हर कोई हमेशा खुश है

Last Updated on 18 March 2024 IST: इंटरनेशनल हैप्पीनेस डे यानी कि अंतर्राष्ट्रीय खुशी...

World Consumer Rights Day 2024: Put Forth Your Rights As a Consumer

Last Updated on 14 March 2024 IST: The World Consumer Rights Day is commemorated...

World Sleep Day 2024: Know the Place Where Everyone Gets a Profound Sleep 

Last Updated on 14 March 2024 | World Sleep Day 2024 | Deep sleep...
spot_img

More like this

International Day of Happiness 2024: Know the Way To Attain Ultimate Peace and Happiness

Last Updated on 18 March 2024 IST: The International Day of Happiness recognizes that...

International Day of Happiness 2024 [Hindi]: अंतर्राष्ट्रीय खुशी दिवस पर जानें वह स्थान जहां हर कोई हमेशा खुश है

Last Updated on 18 March 2024 IST: इंटरनेशनल हैप्पीनेस डे यानी कि अंतर्राष्ट्रीय खुशी...

World Consumer Rights Day 2024: Put Forth Your Rights As a Consumer

Last Updated on 14 March 2024 IST: The World Consumer Rights Day is commemorated...