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Human Rights Day observation Sikh children observing Human Rights Day with a candelight vigil in Chandigarh, India, December 10, 2002.

Human Rights Day

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Human Rights Day, international day of observance, held annually on December 10, in commemoration of the anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights plays a prominent role in coordinating worldwide efforts to celebrate the day, which routinely features cultural events and performances, public meetings and seminars, and other educational activities in promotion of human rights. At a plenary session...

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