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Today is the Day of Happiness or International Day of Happiness. On March 20, day and night are exactly the same length because the sun is aligned with the equator. In 2012, the United Nations declared this day the International Day of Happiness. Today has an economic background, because for the sake of peace and sustainable development we must be positive. The International Day of Happiness is celebrated all over the world annually on March 20th.
The right to happiness
The International Day of Happiness draws attention to the importance of happiness and human well-being. It is important that the interests of the people are taken into consideration in government policy. Every year, the United Nations announces a specific theme related to some form of happiness.
Happiness is a right, an aspiration, and a means as well. According to Jayme Illien, founder of the United Nations International Day of Happiness, human happiness can pave the way for a more sustainable future. By reflecting on happiness in areas such as democracy and inclusion on this day, we are working towards a more functioning society.
World Happiness Report
On this day, the “happiest country in the world” is declared in World Happiness Report. The Netherlands has been among the top 10 happiest countries in recent years.
Top 10 2020
1. Finland
2. Denmark
3. Switzerland
4. Iceland
5. Norway
6. Holland
7. Sweden
8. New Zealand
9. Austria
10. Luxembourg
Germany and Belgium are in 17th and 20th place respectively, just ahead of the United Arab Emirates in 21st. The United Kingdom is in 13th and the United States in 19th. The list is based on a series of questions asked to residents of more than 150 countries on issues such as income, health and freedom. and social support.
