India, June 21 -- It's Father's Day today. This special day is meant to honour the role of fathers and recognise their efforts. The occasion is celebrated in more than 100 countries worldwide.

Significance

Father's Day is an extremely special occasion. It aims to honour and acknowledge the vital role fathers, stepfathers, and father figures play in shaping families. The day was established on 19th June, 1910 by a woman named Sonora Smart who wanted to honour the efforts of her father William Jackson Smart, who raised six children on his own after becoming a widower.

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