It describes importance of Red cross dy.

It describes the importance of celebrating red cross day.

1. RED CROSS DAY 8 TH MAY

2. What is red cross The Red Cross is a voluntary humanitarian organization having a network of branches throughout the world, providing relief in times of disasters or emergencies and promotes health & care of the vulnerable people and communities.

3. When was red cross celebrated for the first time May 8, 1948 The first 'International Red Cross Day, was celebrated on May 8, 1948. The official title of the day changed over time and became 'World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day' in 1948.

4. Who invented it The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement started in 1863 and was inspired by Swiss businessman  Henry Dunant . The suffering of thousands of men on both sides of the Battle of Solferino in 1859 upset Dunant. Many were left to die due to lack of care.

5. Aim of red cross day World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day is a time to celebrate the spirit of humanitarianism and recognize the individuals who make a difference in their communities.

6. theme of red cross day The theme designated for World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day in 2024 is “I give with joy, and the joy I give is a reward.” This theme promotes the idea of giving with a sense of joy and recognizing that the joy experienced in the act of giving itself is a rewarding outcome.

7. functions The 5 Lines of Service: Red Cross volunteers work to deliver vital services – from providing relief and support to those in crisis, to helping families and communities prepare for emergencies. It extends relief and help to the victims at the time of calamities such as fire, famine, flood, earthquakes, etc. It procures and supplies blood in case of emergencies such as calamities or war. It extends first aid in any type of accident occurred. Training & Certification. Service to the Armed Forces.

8. Importance of red cross day The Red Cross provides INTERNATIONAL AID to help people around the world in emergencies and support refugees and survivors of trafficking, and those facing chronic hunger.

9. Motto of red cross day The two mottoes of the movement –  "inter arma caritas" ("In war, charity") and "per humanitatem ad pacem " ("Through humanity to peace")  – express the ideals of the Red Cross and Red Crescent.

10. Who started red cross in india Sir Claude Hill A bill to constitute the Indian Red Cross Society, Independent of the British Red Cross, was introduced in the Indian Legislative Council on 3rd March 1920 by Sir Claude Hill, member of the Viceroy's Executive Council who was also Chairman of the Joint war Committee in India .

11. principles The seven fundamental principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement are:  Humanity Impartiality Neutrality Independence Voluntary Service, Unity Universality.

12. What is the flag of red cross The design of the Red Cross originate from the First Geneva Convention in 1864. The symbol represents an inverted Swiss flag as a tribute to Henry Dunant , the Swiss founder of the International Committee of the Red Cross

13. How we celebrate red cross in india Various programmes and events are organised by the International Committee of the Red Cross and its members to facilitate and promote their humanitarian activities. They even motivate people to protect their own lives and take care of the dignity of the victims.