The day of 27th January is celebrated as International Day of Commemoration in memory of the victims of the Holocaust. this day also is known as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
International Holocaust Remembrance Day History
- In the year 2006, it was observed for the first time to mark the anniversary of the tragedy of the Holocaust.
- During the 2nd World War, in Nazi Germany murdered over six million European Jews from 1941 to 1945.
Purpose
- To promote Holocaust education across the world and also to mark the victims of the Nazi regime
International Holocaust Remembrance Day Theme 2024
- The theme is: “Facing the Aftermath: Recovery and Reconstitution after the Holocaust”
FAQs:
Q.1 What is the theme of International Holocaust Remembrance Day in 2021?
The theme is: “Facing the Aftermath: Recovery and Reconstitution after the Holocaust”.
Q.2 When is International Holocaust Remembrance Day observed?
International Holocaust Remembrance Day is observed on 27th January every year to mark the victims of the Nazi regime.