The United Nations proclaimed 21 June as:

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International Mother Language Day

International Widows' Day

International Day of Yoga

International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

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The United Nations General Assembly, by resolution 69/131 adopted on 11 December 2014, proclaimed 21 June as the International Day of Yoga. The initiative was proposed by India and supported by a large number of member states.

International Days are designated by the United Nations to mark particular events or topics, in order to promote awareness and action. These days serve as a way to focus global attention on important issues.

Other dates mentioned: International Mother Language Day is February 21; International Widows’ Day is June 23; International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is June 26.

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