8 Questions
When was International Mother Language Day first announced by UNESCO?
17 November 1999
Who initiated the idea to celebrate International Mother Language Day?
Bangladesh
Which event led to the observance of International Mother Language Day on 21 February?
A fight for the recognition of Bengali language
What was the main reason behind the protest by East Pakistanis in 1948?
Demanding recognition of Bangla as a national language
Which incident led to the declaration of International Mother Language Day?
The 1952 killings in Dhaka during the Language Movement
What was the significance of 21 February in relation to International Mother Language Day?
The day police opened fire on rallies
Why did Pakistan outlaw public meetings and rallies after the protest by East Pakistanis?
To prevent any further violence and protests
Who was responsible for shepherding the proposal for International Mother Language Day through UNESCO?
Syed Muazzem Ali
Learn about the worldwide annual observance held on 21 February to promote awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity. Discover how International Mother Language Day aims to promote multilingualism and preserve languages.
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