Mother's Day
(a) What is Mother's day? (b) Where was the first
Mother's day announced as a formal holiday? (c) How is the day observed? (d)
When is the day observed? (e) What is the significance of the day?
Mother's Day is a celebration honoring mothers and
motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. It is
celebrated on various days in many parts of the world, most commonly in March
or May. The celebration of Mother's Day began in the United States in the early
20th century. In most countries, Mother's Day is a new concept copied from
western civilization. Bangladeshi's are celebrating mother's day from last few
years. In Bangladesh, Mother's Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of the
month of May. People wish his/her mother on that day. They also give his/her
mom sharees, cakes, flowers, greetings cards, mobile phones, sweets,
ice-creams, and gift mugs etc. as "Mother's Day" gifts. They try to remain
very close to their mothers. In observance of the day discussion programs are
organized by government and non-governmental organizations. Reception programs,
cultural programs are organized to mark the day in the Capital city. Television
channels air special programs and newspapers publish special features and
column to mark the day. Greeting cards, flowers and gifts featuring mother's
specialty to the children are on high demand at the shops and markets.
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