| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | National Philosophy Day (also World Philosophy Day) |
| Date (2025) | November 20 (Third Thursday of November annually) |
| Established By | UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) |
| First Observed | 2002 (Officially recognized by UNESCO in 2005) |
| 2025 Theme | "Philosophy and Global Dialogue in the Digital Era" |
| Key Objectives | - Promote critical thinking, tolerance, and cross-cultural dialogue. <br> - Address global challenges through philosophical inquiry. <br> - Honor historical philosophers' contributions. |
| Key Figures Honored | Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Chanakya, Adi Shankaracharya, Confucius, Laozi |
| Global Observance | Celebrated in schools, universities, cultural centers, and public forums worldwide. |
| Core Philosophical Focus | - Existence and Meaning <br> - Justice and Ethics <br> - Knowledge and Reasoning <br> - Dialogue and Mutual Respect |
| Significance | - Encourages reflection and debate on fundamental life questions. <br> - Combats ignorance and prejudice. <br> - Strengthens intellectual curiosity and ethical reasoning. |
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