20th October – World Statistics Day 2021

The 20th of October is observed as the world statistics day across the globe. The day is celebrated to celebrate the statistics which was Created by the United Nations Statistical Commission and firstly observed on 20th October 2010. It is observed to highlight the achievement of the fundamental principles of official statistics. Read the article below to get detailed information related to the history and significance of World Statistics day 2021

History of World Statistics Day

On October 20, 2010, the first World Statistics Day was formed and created by the United Nations Statistical Commission to acknowledge the importance of data authenticity and its credibility across the globe.

In the year 2010, 103 countries celebrated a national Statistics Day, which also included 51 African countries. But the African countries celebrate African Statistics Day on 18 November. 

The first year’s theme was ‘Celebrating the many achievements of official statistics. The second year’s theme was ‘Better data, better lives, which was celebrated on October 20, 2015.

Significance of World Statistics Day

The main significance of world statistics day is that statistics make things easier and faster. Also, it gives a clear glimpse of your past and present status. World statistics day is celebrated every five-year plays a significant role in growth and development in all aspects of a country and involves the collection, analyzing, and interpretation of large amounts of numerical data.