New Delhi: Jawaharlal Nehru was born on 14 November 1889 in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh. His birthday is celebrated as Children's Day across the country.
He became the Prime Minister on August 15, 1947, following an active role in the freedom struggle of the country. He was the first Prime Minister of Independent India and a leader of India's nationalist movement.
In India, Children's Day is celebrated on November 14 every year as a mark of respect to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of independent India.
Nehru was fondly called Chacha Nehru and was known for emphasising the importance of giving love and affection to children.
After the death of Nehru, it was unanimously decided to celebrate his birthday as Bal Diwas or Children's Day in India.
On this day, a number of activities are organised for students in schools nationwide such as games, competitions, and so on, while government bodies pay tributes to the late prime minister and organise commemorative events on this day.
Jawaharlal Nehru was born in a Kashmiri Brahman family. His father Motilal Nehru was a renowned lawyer, and leader of the Indian independence movement. He was also one of the prominent associates of Mahatma Gandhi.
On 24 May 1964, he died due to a heart attack. He was cremated at the Shantivan on the banks of the Yamuna River in Delhi.
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