CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -In 1998, a resolution proclaiming 12 August as International Youth Day was adopted by the first session of the the World Conference of Ministers Responsible for Youth, which was hosted by the Government of Portugal in cooperation with the United Nations (Lisbon, 8-12 August 1998).

Detailed explanation-2: -International Youth Day is commemorated every year on 12 August. The Focal Point on Youth selects a theme for the day often with input from youth organizations and members of the UN Inter-Agency Network in Youth development. It also organizes a virtual commemoration of the Day.

Detailed explanation-3: -The National Youth Day theme 2022 is “It’s all in your mind.” This theme aims to help the individual realize that by controlling their mind better, they can improve their way of life, and the way they perceive things.

Detailed explanation-4: -The first International Youth Day is celebrated on August 12 after it is designated by the United Nations General Assembly the previous year.