National Youth Day is observed in India on January 12 every year. This day commemorates the birthday of Swami Vivekananda, an influential Indian monk known for introducing Indian philosophies of Yoga and Vedanta to the Western world. The Government of India declared this observance in 1984, aiming to inspire the youth with Vivekananda's philosophy and ideas. Celebrations typically include special worship, fire rituals, devotional songs, meditation, and religious discourses. Schools and colleges participate by organizing speeches, music, recitations, processions, seminars, presentations, and essay-writing competitions. Additionally, various activities promoting education, culture, and moral values are conducted to enlighten the inner soul of the youth.