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Detailed explanation-1: -The date was chosen following the disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz on 25th May 1979 from New York City. International Missing Children’s Day which observes the same date was launched a number of years later in 2001 and is now observed all over the world.

Detailed explanation-2: -International Missing Children’s Day is an awareness event that is observed annually on 25th May. This day aims to place a spotlight on the issue of child abduction, educate parents on safeguarding measures to protect their children as well as honour those who have never been found and celebrate those who have.

Detailed explanation-3: -World Children’s Day was first established in 1954 as Universal Children’s Day and is celebrated on 20 November each year to promote international togetherness, awareness among children worldwide, and improving children’s welfare.

Detailed explanation-4: -World Children’s Day 2022: Theme The theme for International children’s day is, “Inclusion, for every child”. This theme means that every child belonging to any society, community or nationality is entitled to equal rights.