World Book and Copyright Day 2025

 

What is copy right : the legal right to be the only person who may print, copy, perform, etc. a piece of original work, such as a book, a song or a computer programme.

किसी पुस्‍तक, गीत, कंप्‍यूटर प्रोग्राम आदि को छापने, प्रतिलिपि बनाने, प्रसारित करने आदि का क़ानूनी अधिकार जो केवल उस रचना के रचयिता को प्राप्‍त होता है; स्‍वत्‍वाधिकार, प्रकाशनाधिकार, कॉपीराइट कहलाता है.

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World Book and Copyright Day is celebrated annually on April 23rd to promote reading, publishing, and the protection of intellectual property through copyright. In 2025, it will be observed on Wednesday, April 23rd. This date was chosen by UNESCO in 1995 to honor the simultaneous deaths of prominent authors such as William Shakespeare, Miguel de Cervantes, and Inca Garcilaso de la Vega.

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Here are the key details for World Book and Copyright Day 2025:

Date: April 23, 2025.

UNESCO names Rio de Janeiro as World Book Capital for 2025

The Theme for World Book and Copyright Day 2025:

 “The role of literature in achieving 

the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)”

Each year, UNESCO, in collaboration with international organizations representing publishers, booksellers, and libraries, selects a World Book Capital to maintain the momentum of the day’s celebrations through various initiatives. As of now, the World Book Capital for 2025 has not been announced.

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The theme for World Book and Copyright Day varies annually, focusing on different aspects of reading and publishing. The specific theme for 2025 has not yet been released. Typically, UNESCO announces the theme closer to the date to address current global issues and trends related to literature and copyright.

On this day, various events are organized worldwide, including book readings, discussions, and workshops, all aimed at encouraging a love for reading and highlighting the importance of authors’ rights. In India, numerous schools, libraries, and literary institutions participate by hosting activities that promote the joy of books and reading.

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Participate in book exhibition @ KV ITBP BHANU LIBRARY 

SEE How our library celebrates World Book and Copyright Day.

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1. By Holding Book Exhibition of all the Reference Books in the library for a week. 

2. By Holding talks on Books, Copy Rights and plagiarism.

3. By conducting on the spot self-composed poetry / Idea / project.

4. Disseminating information on original work submission avenues.

5.  Awareness on indigenous Language literature. ANY LANGUAGE

Let's see what you know now?

Q. 1. World book & copy right day is celebrated on which date?

Ans. 23 April Every Year

Q. 2. Copy Right is a type of right.

A. Legal

Q. 3. Which international organization started and is responsible for WBCRD.

A. UNESCO.

Q. 4. Who are book sector stake holders?

A. Authors, publishers, Book sellers & Libraries.

Q. 5 How will you link two major aspects of book.?

A. Power of literature and storytelling.

Q. 6. year 2022-2032 is international decade of...?

A. Indigenous Language

Q. 7. Offices of the Copy Right in India are situated in?

A. Mumbai and Delhi.

UNESCO names Rio de Janeiro as World Book Capital for 2025

The Theme for World Book and Copyright Day 2025:

 “The role of literature in achieving 

the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)”

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