Mother`s Day 2026: 5 unique facts you need to know

By Afiur
April 28, 2026

Mother`s Day

Every year, Mother`s Day is observed on the second Sunday of May, mostly May 10, to honour mothers and maternal bonds in people`s lives.

Founder of the day

While the day has been celebrated by many countries around the world, Anna Jarvis of the US is known as the founder of the day.

Who is Anna Jarvis?

Anna Jarvis was a social activist, and observed May 10 as Mother`s Day because it was the day she decided to honour her mother in 1908.

Uniqueness

Marking the day at Andrews Methodist Episcopal Church, it is today not only the International Mother`s Day Shrine, but also a National Historical Landmark.

Popular mothers in India history

Some of the most popular mothers in India history include Rani Laxmibai, and Jijabai Bhonsle, among others who have contributed in so many way.

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