Children's Day is celebrated each year on November 14 in India as a tribute to the country's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru
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Jawaharlal Nehru, fondly called 'Chacha Nehru' was born this day, that is November 14, in 1889
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Chachaji' or Jawaharlal Nehru was known for his love for children which is why his birthday on November 14 is celebrated each year as Children's Day
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On this day, chocolates and gifts are usually distributed among children, while schools organise various events such as competitions, music and dance performances
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It is also a common practice to distribute gifts like clothes, toys and books to orphan children on Children's Day
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Before 1964, India celebrated Children's Day on November 20 that was observed as the universal Children's Day by the United Nations
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But after Jawaharlal Nehru's death in 1964, it was unanimously decided to celebrate his birthday as 'Bal Diwas' in India
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Jawaharlal Nehru had enforced the establishment of some of the most prominent educational institutions in India
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Apart from his role as a freedom fighter and politician, Jawaharlal Nehru has left behind a legacy of education and development of children in the country