World Farm Animals Day, an October 2 holiday, is mainly about animal rights.

• This day was created in memory of Mahatma Gandhi, a Hindu spiritual leader in the country of India.
• Among the many things, Gandhi taught was non-violence and treating all living beings with respect. This teaching is all-inclusive. This means fair and humane treatment of farm animals, too.
• This event was created to draw attention to the poor treatment and plight of animals on some farms in many parts of the world.