Every year on 3rd December, International day of Person with Disability is celebrated with the aim of equality, empowerment and inclusiveness. International day of person with disability was initiated by the declaration of United Nations general assembly resolution 47/3 in 1981. Government across the world had made necessary guidelines, rules and rights. 1983-1992 was international decade of person with disability. This day focuses to end discrimination in society, provide equal opportunities to them and treat them equally and it aims to promote the rights and well- being of person with disability. It is a social movement to generate awareness, secure equal opportunities and safeguard equal rights for all persons with disabilities. This is for providing them a safe environment, barrier free infrastructure, safe transportation etc. In India, the rights of person with disability, 2016 was passed by Indian parliament to fulfil the needs of person with disability. The theme of 2020 for International day of person with disability was declared by W.H.O that is “NOT ALL DISABILITIES ARE VISIBLE”. This theme focuses on spreading awareness and understanding about disabilities are not visible. Such as mental illness, sight or hearing impairment, neurological disorder, learning differences etc. This theme reflects an understanding that disability is an integral part of human condition. Almost everyone in their life have temporary or permanent impairment. What is Disability? Disability involves impairment, restrictions on activities, and restrictions on participation. It generally refers to physical disorders, cognitive disorders, sensory disorders, mental retardation, mental illness and various types of chronic diseases. Significant minority in the world are the people with disabilities. People with disabilities generally face poor health, lower education, lower economic opportunities and higher poverty rates than people without disabilities. It is mainly due to the lack of available services and the many obstacles they face in...
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