World Senior Citizens Day Observed on August 21

Why in News?

World Senior Citizens Day was observed on August 21 to recognise the contributions of older people and draw attention to their health and well-being.

How did the observance begin?

• The day originated in the United States after President Ronald Reagan proclaimed August 21 as National Senior Citizens Day in 1988.
• It later came to be observed more widely as World Senior Citizens Day.
• It is different from the UN's International Day of Older Persons, which is observed on October 1.

Exam Connect

• World Senior Citizens Day → August 21
• International Day of Older Persons → October 1