{"id":36472,"date":"2025-08-01T12:36:57","date_gmt":"2025-08-01T07:06:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=36472"},"modified":"2025-08-01T12:37:00","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T07:07:00","slug":"unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/","title":{"rendered":"UNESCO Recognition of Gita and Natyashastra: IGNCA Symposium Highlights India\u2019s Cultural Legacy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#UNESCO_recognition_of_Gita_and_Natyashastra_marks_Indias_global_cultural_impact_IGNCAs_national_symposium_explores_ancient_texts_heritage_preservation_and_exam-relevant_insights\" >UNESCO recognition of Gita and Natyashastra marks India\u2019s global cultural impact. IGNCA\u2019s national symposium explores ancient texts, heritage preservation, and exam-relevant insights.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#IGNCA_National_Symposium_Celebrates_UNESCO_Recognition_of_Gita_Natyashastra\" >IGNCA National Symposium Celebrates UNESCO Recognition of Gita &amp; Natyashastra<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#Introduction_A_Cultural_Milestone_for_India\" >Introduction: A Cultural Milestone for India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#Inauguration_Notable_Dignitaries\" >Inauguration &amp; Notable Dignitaries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#Objectives_Intellectual_Dialogue\" >Objectives &amp; Intellectual Dialogue<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#Impact_Digital_Legacy\" >Impact &amp; Digital Legacy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#Significance_for_Competitive_Exams\" >Significance for Competitive Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#Reinforces_Indias_Soft_Power\" >Reinforces India\u2019s Soft Power<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#Supports_Indias_Digital_Preservation_Policy\" >Supports India\u2019s Digital Preservation Policy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#Roots_of_the_Bhagavad_Gita_Natyashastra\" >Roots of the Bhagavad Gita &amp; Natyashastra<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#UNESCO_Memory_of_the_World_Initiative\" >UNESCO Memory of the World Initiative<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#Role_of_IGNCA_BORI\" >Role of IGNCA &amp; BORI<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#Key_Takeaways_from_IGNCA_Symposium_on_UNESCO_Recognition_of_Gita_Natyashastra\" >Key Takeaways from IGNCA Symposium on UNESCO Recognition of Gita &amp; Natyashastra<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#1_What_is_the_UNESCO_Memory_of_the_World_Register\" >1. What is the UNESCO Memory of the World Register?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#2_Which_two_Indian_texts_were_recently_added_to_this_register\" >2. Which two Indian texts were recently added to this register?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#3_Who_hosted_the_National_Symposium_for_this_recognition\" >3. Who hosted the National Symposium for this recognition?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#4_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_exam_aspirants\" >4. Why is this news important for competitive exam aspirants?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#5_Who_prepared_the_nomination_dossiers_for_UNESCO_recognition\" >5. Who prepared the nomination dossiers for UNESCO recognition?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#6_What_is_the_estimated_age_of_the_Bhagavad_Gita_and_Natyashastra\" >6. What is the estimated age of the Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#7_What_is_the_National_Manuscript_Mission\" >7. What is the National Manuscript Mission?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#8_Who_inaugurated_the_symposium_event\" >8. Who inaugurated the symposium event?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#9_Where_did_the_event_take_place\" >9. Where did the event take place?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#10_What_is_the_relevance_of_this_news_in_Indias_global_image\" >10. What is the relevance of this news in India\u2019s global image?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/unesco-recognition-of-gita-and-natyashastra\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UNESCO_recognition_of_Gita_and_Natyashastra_marks_Indias_global_cultural_impact_IGNCAs_national_symposium_explores_ancient_texts_heritage_preservation_and_exam-relevant_insights\"><\/span><strong>UNESCO recognition of Gita and Natyashastra marks India\u2019s global cultural impact. IGNCA\u2019s national symposium explores ancient texts, heritage preservation, and exam-relevant insights.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IGNCA_National_Symposium_Celebrates_UNESCO_Recognition_of_Gita_Natyashastra\"><\/span>IGNCA National Symposium Celebrates UNESCO Recognition of Gita &amp; Natyashastra<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_A_Cultural_Milestone_for_India\"><\/span>Introduction: A Cultural Milestone for India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA)<\/strong> is hosting a distinguished two\u2011day <strong>National Symposium<\/strong> titled <em>\u201cTimeless Texts and Universal Teachings: Inscription of Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra in the UNESCO Memory of the World International Register\u201d<\/em> on <strong>30th and 31st July 2025<\/strong> in <strong>New Delhi<\/strong>  The event commemorates the inclusion of two foundational Indian texts in UNESCO&#8217;s prestigious Memory of the World International Register, underscoring their enduring global relevance <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inauguration_Notable_Dignitaries\"><\/span>Inauguration &amp; Notable Dignitaries<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The opening session, held on <strong>30th July at 4:00 PM<\/strong> at Dr Ambedkar International Centre, was inaugurated by Union <strong>Minister of Culture &amp; Tourism<\/strong>, <strong>Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat<\/strong>, and chaired by <strong>Padma Bhushan Ram Bahadur Rai<\/strong>, President of the IGNCA Trust Key guests included <strong>Swami Gyananand Ji Maharaj<\/strong>, founder of Gita Gyan Sansthanam, <strong>Padma Vibhushan Dr Sonal Mansingh<\/strong>, and IGNCA leaders such as <strong>Dr Sachchidanand Joshi<\/strong> and <strong>Prof (Dr) Ramesh Chandra Gaur<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Objectives_Intellectual_Dialogue\"><\/span>Objectives &amp; Intellectual Dialogue<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The symposium features <strong>keynote speeches, panel discussions, exhibitions<\/strong>, and <strong>live performances<\/strong>, with experts exploring the philosophical and cultural resonance of the Gita and Natyashastra in contemporary contexts With conferences and curated exhibitions, it acknowledges the journey of these manuscripts from ancient wisdom to modern global recognition <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The inclusion in UNESCO\u2019s Memory of the World Register validates these texts as <strong>critical documentary heritage<\/strong> requiring global preservation Minister Shekhawat emphasised that the <strong>Gita (over 5,000 years old)<\/strong> and <strong>Natyashastra (over 2,500 years old)<\/strong> illustrate India&#8217;s advanced civilisational heritage that predates many world civilizations <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_Digital_Legacy\"><\/span>Impact &amp; Digital Legacy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ceremony included presentation of <strong>UNESCO certificates<\/strong> to IGNCA and the <strong>Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute (BORI)<\/strong> for their role in preparing nomination dossiers  The Government\u2019s <strong>National Manuscript Mission<\/strong> aims to digitise over one crore manuscripts, making them accessible in AI\u2011readable formats globally, reinforcing India\u2019s trajectory as a cultural \u201cVishwaguru\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"UNESCO-Recognition-of-Gita-and-Natyashastra\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.pib.gov.in\/WriteReadData\/userfiles\/image\/image001BNP4.jpg\" alt=\"UNESCO Recognition of Gita and Natyashastra\" title=\"UNESCO Recognition of Gita and Natyashastra\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">UNESCO Recognition of Gita and Natyashastra<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_for_Competitive_Exams\"><\/span>Significance for Competitive Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This event marks a pivotal moment in India\u2019s cultural diplomacy. Competitive exams such as UPSC, PSCS, banking, railways, defence, and teaching roles frequently include questions on India\u2019s heritage, its global recognition, and UNESCO\u2019s Memory of the World programme. Knowing these details can help aspirants answer questions in <strong>General Studies<\/strong>, <strong>Cultural Heritage<\/strong>, and <strong>International Relations<\/strong> sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reinforces_Indias_Soft_Power\"><\/span>Reinforces India\u2019s Soft Power<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The inscription of the Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra in UNESCO\u2019s register not only cements their historical legacy but also enhances India\u2019s <strong>soft power<\/strong>\u2014 projecting India as a repository of profound philosophical and aesthetic wisdom to the world stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supports_Indias_Digital_Preservation_Policy\"><\/span>Supports India\u2019s Digital Preservation Policy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the government&#8217;s focus on digitising ancient manuscripts, including those recognised by UNESCO, questions may arise in exams on national strategies such as the <strong>National Manuscript Mission<\/strong>, making this symposium a current example of policy implementation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Roots_of_the_Bhagavad_Gita_Natyashastra\"><\/span>Roots of the Bhagavad Gita &amp; Natyashastra<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Bhagavad Gita<\/strong>, a spiritual dialogue set within the Mahabharata, dates back over 5,000 years and is revered for its teachings on duty (dharma), ethics, and spirituality. The <strong>Natyashastra<\/strong>, attributed to sage Bharata around 2,500 years ago, is the seminal ancient Indian treatise on performing arts\u2014drama, dance, music and stagecraft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UNESCO_Memory_of_the_World_Initiative\"><\/span>UNESCO Memory of the World Initiative<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Launched in 1992, UNESCO&#8217;s <strong>Memory of the World Programme<\/strong> aims to preserve significant documentary materials worldwide. Inclusion of texts like the Gita and Natyashastra reflects recognition of India\u2019s ancient textual heritage as globally significant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Role_of_IGNCA_BORI\"><\/span>Role of IGNCA &amp; BORI<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA)<\/strong>\u2014established in the 1980s\u2014is an apex cultural research body under the Ministry of Culture. The <strong>Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute (BORI)<\/strong> in Pune is renowned for manuscript preservation and classical scholarship. Their collaborative dossiers led to this UNESCO recognition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_IGNCA_Symposium_on_UNESCO_Recognition_of_Gita_Natyashastra\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from IGNCA Symposium on UNESCO Recognition of Gita &amp; Natyashastra<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td><em>IGNCA<\/em> hosted a two\u2011day National Symposium on 30\u201331 July 2025 in New Delhi to honour the UNESCO inscription of the Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The <strong>Culture Minister<\/strong>, <strong>Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat<\/strong>, inaugurated the event, highlighting its symbolic national importance.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The <strong>Bhagavad Gita<\/strong> (\u2248\u202f5,000 years old) and <strong>Natyashastra<\/strong> (\u2248\u202f2,500 years old) were formally recognised in UNESCO\u2019s Memory of the World Register.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td><strong>IGNCA<\/strong> and <strong>BORI<\/strong> were presented UNESCO certificates for preparing the nomination dossiers and curatorial efforts.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The symposium underscores India\u2019s push for digital preservation through the <strong>National Manuscript Mission<\/strong>, aiming to digitise over one crore ancient manuscripts.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">UNESCO Recognition of Gita and Natyashastra<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_UNESCO_Memory_of_the_World_Register\"><\/span>1. <strong>What is the UNESCO Memory of the World Register?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a UNESCO initiative that aims to preserve and promote access to documentary heritage of global significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Which_two_Indian_texts_were_recently_added_to_this_register\"><\/span>2. <strong>Which two Indian texts were recently added to this register?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <em>Bhagavad Gita<\/em> and the <em>Natyashastra<\/em> were included in the UNESCO Memory of the World International Register in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Who_hosted_the_National_Symposium_for_this_recognition\"><\/span>3. <strong>Who hosted the National Symposium for this recognition?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA)<\/strong> organized the symposium in New Delhi on July 30\u201331, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_exam_aspirants\"><\/span>4. <strong>Why is this news important for competitive exam aspirants?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It connects India\u2019s cultural heritage with global recognition, a frequently tested theme in <strong>UPSC<\/strong>, <strong>State PSCs<\/strong>, <strong>Railways<\/strong>, <strong>Banking<\/strong>, and <strong>Teaching<\/strong> exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Who_prepared_the_nomination_dossiers_for_UNESCO_recognition\"><\/span>5. <strong>Who prepared the nomination dossiers for UNESCO recognition?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">IGNCA and <strong>Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute (BORI)<\/strong> were responsible for preparing the documentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_the_estimated_age_of_the_Bhagavad_Gita_and_Natyashastra\"><\/span>6. <strong>What is the estimated age of the Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Bhagavad Gita is estimated to be over <strong>5,000 years old<\/strong>, while the Natyashastra is over <strong>2,500 years old<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_is_the_National_Manuscript_Mission\"><\/span>7. <strong>What is the National Manuscript Mission?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a Government of India initiative aiming to digitise and preserve over <strong>one crore<\/strong> ancient Indian manuscripts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Who_inaugurated_the_symposium_event\"><\/span>8. <strong>Who inaugurated the symposium event?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat<\/strong>, Union Minister of Culture and Tourism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Where_did_the_event_take_place\"><\/span>9. <strong>Where did the event take place?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The symposium was held at <strong>Dr Ambedkar International Centre<\/strong>, New Delhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" 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