Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

The International Day of Democracy 2025 is observed on September 15 to highlight the significance of democratic governance, citizen participation, and the protection of fundamental rights. First established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2007, it was aligned with the Universal Declaration on Democracy adopted by the Inter-Parliamentary Union in 1997. Each year, the observance serves as a reminder of the importance of democracy in ensuring political equality, accountability, and the inclusion of marginalised voices. The 2025 theme, “Achieving Gender Equality, Action by Action,” emphasises that democracy thrives only when gender equality and inclusiveness are fully realised.