In India, there are several days declared as Martyrs' Day (at national level also known as Sarvodaya day). They are named in honour of those who are recognised as martyrs for the nation.
The date was chosen as it marks the assassination of Mohandas Karam chand Gandhi in 1948, by Nathuram
India is one of the 15 nations that celebrate Martyr’s Day every year.A two-minute silence in memory of Indian martyrs is observed throughout the country at 11 AM.