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International Day of the Girl Child and BBBP
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<h4>Introduction to International Day of the Girl Child</h4><p>The <strong>International Day of the Girl Child</strong> is an annual observance focused on highlighting the unique challenges girls face globally.</p><p>It also promotes <strong>girls' empowerment</strong> and the fulfillment of their human rights across various domains.</p><h4>Connection with Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP)</h4><p>The <strong>Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD)</strong> in India actively participates in marking this significant day.</p><p>They organize a <strong>10-day nationwide campaign</strong> under the flagship <strong>Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) initiative</strong>.</p><div class='info-box'><p><strong>BBBP Campaign Focus:</strong> This campaign aims to address issues like declining <strong>Child Sex Ratio (CSR)</strong> and promote <strong>girls' education</strong> and overall well-being.</p></div><h4>Theme for 2024</h4><p>The theme for <strong>2024</strong> for the <strong>International Day of the Girl Child</strong> was <strong>āGirlsā Vision for the Futureā</strong>.</p><p>This theme emphasizes the critical importance of achieving <strong>gender equality</strong>, ensuring quality <strong>education</strong>, and providing ample <strong>opportunities</strong> for young girls worldwide.</p><div class='key-point-box'><p><strong>Key Message:</strong> Empowering girls today leads to a more equitable, inclusive, and prosperous future for all.</p></div>

š” Key Takeaways
- ā¢International Day of the Girl Child is celebrated annually on October 11.
- ā¢The Ministry of Women and Child Development organizes a 10-day campaign under BBBP to mark this day.
- ā¢The 2024 theme was āGirlsā Vision for the Futureā, emphasizing gender equality and opportunities.
- ā¢The 1995 Beijing Declaration first introduced a comprehensive plan for girls' rights.
- ā¢The UN General Assembly declared October 11th as the International Day of the Girl Child in 2011 (Resolution 66/170).
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š Reference Sources
ā¢United Nations Women (UN Women) official website
ā¢Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD), Government of India