- By Prerna Targhotra
- Sat, 01 Apr 2023 07:33 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
EVERY YEAR, the occasion of April Fool’s Day is celebrated on April 1 across the world. It is a day that includes pranking and joking around with friends and loved ones. Every year, people prank each other, tell silly jokes and yell ‘April Fool’ to celebrate this fun-filled day. All of us must have celebrated this day with our friends and family in various ways. But do you know how exactly and when did this day come into existence? Here’s all you need to know about April Fool’s Day.
April Fool’s Day 2023: History
The exact origin date of April Fool’s day is unknown. Many historians believe that it was in 1582 when France switched from the Gregorian calendar to the Julian calendar. According to the Julian calendar, the new year begins around April 1. So, some people, who got the news about the change in calendar late, continued to celebrate the New Year at the end of March and were mocked for that. The New Year had moved to January 1 and those who did not acknowledge it was called ‘April Fools’.
During the 18th century, April Fool’s Day spread throughout Britain. It began to be celebrated in Scotland where it became a two-day event in which people shared jokes with each other.
April Fool’s Day 2023: Significance
This special day is filled with fun, joy and happiness. It is not just about sharing jokes and pranking our friends and loved ones but spreading happiness. Through sharing jokes and laughter, happiness and joy are spread all over the environment. This occasion can bring enemies together and friends closer.
While April Fools’ Day is technically considered a national holiday, many countries have adopted the idea of playing pranks on or around April 1.
