Mother's Day 2023: Why is Mother's Day celebrated? What is the reason, learn its history

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Mother’s Day 2023: Mother’s Day is celebrated worldwide on the second Sunday of May every year.  The day, dedicated to Mother, will be celebrated on May 14 this year.  After all, mother is the person who always stands by her child in every happiness and sorrow from birth.  That is why it is not easy for anyone to put into words the importance of mother.

By the way, dedicating one day to mother is not enough for anyone.  Nevertheless, this day is celebrated to express our gratitude towards mother.  So on this occasion of Mother's Day, let us tell you the reason behind celebrating Mother's Day and when it has been celebrated.

 History of Mother's Day:

 Mother's Day was started by American woman Anna Jorvis.  Anna Jorvis laid the foundation for Mother's Day, but Mother's Day was officially introduced on May 9, 1914 by then-President Woodrow Wilson of the United States.  At that time, the US Congress passed legislation to celebrate Mother's Day on the second Sunday of May each year.  Since then, Mother's Day has been celebrated with great pomp in many countries including the United States, Europe and India.