{"id":53979,"date":"2026-07-12T20:26:22","date_gmt":"2026-07-12T14:56:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=53979"},"modified":"2026-07-12T20:26:27","modified_gmt":"2026-07-12T14:56:27","slug":"india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/","title":{"rendered":"India Kyrgyzstan Civilizational Studies: International Centre for Manas and Mahabharata Launched in Bishkek"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87 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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#India_Kyrgyzstan_Civilizational_Studies_gained_a_major_boost_as_both_countries_launched_the_International_Centre_for_Civilizational_Studies_%E2%80%9CManas_and_Mahabharata%E2%80%9D_in_Bishkek_Know_its_objectives_significance_historical_background_key_takeaways_FAQs_and_MCQs_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_and_State_PSC_exams\" >India Kyrgyzstan Civilizational Studies gained a major boost as both countries launched the International Centre for Civilizational Studies &#8220;Manas and Mahabharata&#8221; in Bishkek. Know its objectives, significance, historical background, key takeaways, FAQs, and MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and State PSC exams.<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#India_and_Kyrgyzstan_Deepen_Cultural_Partnership_Through_a_New_Research_Centre\" >India and Kyrgyzstan Deepen Cultural Partnership Through a New Research Centre<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#Objective_of_the_New_Civilizational_Studies_Centre\" >Objective of the New Civilizational Studies Centre<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#Significance_of_the_Mahabharata_and_Manas\" >Significance of the Mahabharata and Manas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#Hindi_Translation_of_the_Manas_Epic_Released\" >Hindi Translation of the Manas Epic Released<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#Strengthening_India-Central_Asia_Relations\" >Strengthening India-Central Asia Relations<\/a><\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#Importance_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\" >Importance for Government Exam Aspirants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#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-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#Strengthening_Indias_Soft_Power\" >Strengthening India&#8217;s 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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#Important_for_International_Relations\" >Important for International Relations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#Relevance_for_Competitive_Examinations\" >Relevance for Competitive Examinations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#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-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#Indias_Civilizational_Diplomacy\" >India&#8217;s Civilizational Diplomacy<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#India_and_Kyrgyzstan_Relations\" >India and Kyrgyzstan Relations<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CIndia_and_Kyrgyzstan_Launch_International_Centre_for_Civilizational_Studies%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from &#8220;India and Kyrgyzstan Launch International Centre for Civilizational Studies&#8221;<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#FAQs_India_and_Kyrgyzstan_Launch_International_Centre_for_Civilizational_Studies\" >FAQs: India and Kyrgyzstan Launch International Centre for Civilizational Studies<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#1_What_is_the_International_Centre_for_Civilizational_Studies_%E2%80%9CManas_and_Mahabharata%E2%80%9D\" >1. What is the International Centre for Civilizational Studies &#8220;Manas and Mahabharata&#8221;?<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#2_Where_has_the_International_Centre_for_Civilizational_Studies_been_established\" >2. Where has the International Centre for Civilizational Studies been established?<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#3_Which_institutions_jointly_established_the_centre\" >3. Which institutions jointly established the centre?<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#4_What_is_the_main_objective_of_the_new_centre\" >4. What is the main objective of the new centre?<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#5_Why_are_the_Mahabharata_and_Manas_important\" >5. Why are the Mahabharata and Manas important?<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#6_What_major_literary_achievement_was_announced_during_the_inauguration\" >6. What major literary achievement was announced during the inauguration?<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#7_Why_is_this_initiative_important_for_Indias_foreign_policy\" >7. Why is this initiative important for India&#8217;s foreign policy?<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#8_Which_region_is_Kyrgyzstan_a_part_of\" >8. Which region is Kyrgyzstan a part of?<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#9_Which_international_organisation_includes_both_India_and_Kyrgyzstan_as_members\" >9. Which international organisation includes both India and Kyrgyzstan as members?<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#10_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_examinations\" >10. Why is this news important for competitive examinations?<\/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\/national\/india-kyrgyzstan-civilizational-studies\/#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=\"India_Kyrgyzstan_Civilizational_Studies_gained_a_major_boost_as_both_countries_launched_the_International_Centre_for_Civilizational_Studies_%E2%80%9CManas_and_Mahabharata%E2%80%9D_in_Bishkek_Know_its_objectives_significance_historical_background_key_takeaways_FAQs_and_MCQs_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railways_Defence_and_State_PSC_exams\"><\/span><strong>India Kyrgyzstan Civilizational Studies<\/strong> gained a major boost as both countries launched the International Centre for Civilizational Studies &#8220;Manas and Mahabharata&#8221; in Bishkek. Know its objectives, significance, historical background, key takeaways, FAQs, and MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and State PSC exams.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_and_Kyrgyzstan_Deepen_Cultural_Partnership_Through_a_New_Research_Centre\"><\/span>India and Kyrgyzstan Deepen Cultural Partnership Through a New Research Centre<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India and Kyrgyzstan have taken a significant step towards strengthening their cultural and academic relations by jointly launching the <strong>International Centre for Civilizational Studies &#8220;Manas and Mahabharata&#8221;<\/strong> in <strong>Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan<\/strong>. The initiative aims to promote comparative research on the two countries&#8217; epic traditions, cultural heritage, history, and civilizational values. The centre has been established through collaboration between the <strong>Manas National Academy<\/strong> of Kyrgyzstan and the <strong>Centre for Studies of International Relations (CSIR), New Delhi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Objective_of_the_New_Civilizational_Studies_Centre\"><\/span>Objective of the New Civilizational Studies Centre<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The newly inaugurated centre will serve as a permanent platform for academic cooperation, cultural dialogue, and scholarly exchanges between India and Kyrgyzstan. Researchers will undertake comparative studies of India&#8217;s <strong>Mahabharata<\/strong> and Kyrgyzstan&#8217;s <strong>Manas<\/strong>, two of the world&#8217;s greatest epic traditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apart from literary studies, the centre will also focus on history, philosophy, humanitarian diplomacy, intercultural dialogue, preservation of cultural heritage, and training young researchers. This initiative reflects the growing importance of cultural diplomacy in India&#8217;s foreign policy and strengthens India&#8217;s engagement with Central Asia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_the_Mahabharata_and_Manas\"><\/span>Significance of the Mahabharata and Manas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Mahabharata<\/strong> is one of India&#8217;s most important ancient epics and has shaped Indian philosophy, ethics, governance, and social values for centuries. Similarly, the <strong>Manas<\/strong> epic is regarded as the national cultural treasure of Kyrgyzstan and represents the country&#8217;s history, traditions, and identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Studying these epics together allows scholars to identify common civilizational themes such as courage, justice, leadership, family values, and social harmony while appreciating the uniqueness of each culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hindi_Translation_of_the_Manas_Epic_Released\"><\/span>Hindi Translation of the Manas Epic Released<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A major highlight of the inauguration was the release of the <strong>first Hindi translation of the Kyrgyz epic &#8220;Manas.&#8221;<\/strong> This translation makes one of Central Asia&#8217;s greatest literary works accessible to Indian readers and researchers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The translation is expected to encourage greater academic collaboration, literary exchange, and comparative civilizational research between scholars of both countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthening_India-Central_Asia_Relations\"><\/span>Strengthening India-Central Asia Relations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The establishment of the centre reflects India&#8217;s increasing engagement with the Central Asian region. India has consistently worked to strengthen its relations with Central Asian countries through education, culture, trade, connectivity, and strategic partnerships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The initiative also aligns with India&#8217;s broader vision of promoting civilizational dialogue and people-to-people connections across Eurasia through cultural diplomacy and academic exchanges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span>Importance for Government Exam Aspirants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This development is highly relevant for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, Teaching, and other competitive examinations. Questions may be asked about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>India-Kyrgyzstan bilateral relations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cultural diplomacy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soft power in foreign policy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International academic cooperation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mahabharata and Manas epics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>India&#8217;s engagement with Central Asia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Civilizational diplomacy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should remember that the centre is located in <strong>Bishkek<\/strong>, was established jointly by the <strong>Manas National Academy<\/strong> and the <strong>Centre for Studies of International Relations (CSIR), New Delhi<\/strong>, and focuses on comparative civilizational studies.<\/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 is-resized\" id=\"India-Kyrgyzstan-Civilizational-Studies\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQETNfgZOXUP7zJ-5P6wPl4lqyYS8l9B1evw2QXu-Ue2A&amp;s\" alt=\"India Kyrgyzstan Civilizational Studies\" style=\"width:660px;height:auto\" title=\"India Kyrgyzstan Civilizational Studies\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India Kyrgyzstan Civilizational Studies<\/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=\"Strengthening_Indias_Soft_Power\"><\/span>Strengthening India&#8217;s Soft Power<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The launch of the International Centre for Civilizational Studies demonstrates India&#8217;s increasing emphasis on cultural diplomacy. Rather than relying only on economic or strategic partnerships, India is also promoting shared cultural heritage and academic cooperation to strengthen international relations. This enhances India&#8217;s soft power globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_International_Relations\"><\/span>Important for International Relations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India considers Central Asia an important strategic region due to its geopolitical significance, energy resources, and historical links through the Silk Route. Academic collaborations like this help build long-term partnerships beyond trade and defence cooperation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_for_Competitive_Examinations\"><\/span>Relevance for Competitive Examinations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Questions related to India&#8217;s bilateral relations, international organizations, cultural diplomacy, important international centres, and recent government initiatives frequently appear in UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and Teaching examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students should remember:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The centre is located in <strong>Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It focuses on <strong>Mahabharata and Manas<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It promotes comparative civilizational studies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It strengthens India-Central Asia cultural cooperation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The first Hindi translation of the <strong>Manas<\/strong> epic was also released during the inauguration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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=\"Indias_Civilizational_Diplomacy\"><\/span>India&#8217;s Civilizational Diplomacy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India has increasingly used its rich cultural heritage, ancient knowledge systems, Buddhism, Yoga, Ayurveda, Sanskrit, and classical literature as tools of diplomacy. This approach is known as <strong>civilizational diplomacy<\/strong>, where shared history and culture become instruments of international cooperation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_and_Kyrgyzstan_Relations\"><\/span>India and Kyrgyzstan Relations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India and Kyrgyzstan established diplomatic relations after Kyrgyzstan gained independence following the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991. Since then, both countries have expanded cooperation in education, defence, trade, healthcare, culture, and multilateral forums such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The launch of the International Centre for Civilizational Studies marks another milestone in strengthening India-Kyrgyzstan relations by focusing on shared cultural and academic heritage rather than only strategic cooperation.<\/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_%E2%80%9CIndia_and_Kyrgyzstan_Launch_International_Centre_for_Civilizational_Studies%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from &#8220;India and Kyrgyzstan Launch International Centre for Civilizational Studies&#8221;<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>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>India and Kyrgyzstan jointly launched the International Centre for Civilizational Studies &#8220;Manas and Mahabharata&#8221; in Bishkek.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The centre has been established by the Manas National Academy and the Centre for Studies of International Relations (CSIR), New Delhi.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>It will promote comparative studies of the Mahabharata and the Manas epic along with cultural, historical, and civilizational research.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The inauguration included the release of the first Hindi translation of the Kyrgyz epic &#8220;Manas.&#8221;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The initiative strengthens India-Kyrgyzstan relations through cultural diplomacy, academic cooperation, and people-to-people exchanges.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India Kyrgyzstan Civilizational Studies<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_India_and_Kyrgyzstan_Launch_International_Centre_for_Civilizational_Studies\"><\/span>FAQs: India and Kyrgyzstan Launch International Centre for Civilizational Studies<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_International_Centre_for_Civilizational_Studies_%E2%80%9CManas_and_Mahabharata%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>1. What is the International Centre for Civilizational Studies &#8220;Manas and Mahabharata&#8221;?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a joint India-Kyrgyzstan initiative established in Bishkek to promote comparative research on the Indian epic <em>Mahabharata<\/em> and the Kyrgyz epic <em>Manas<\/em>, along with studies on history, culture, philosophy, and civilizational heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Where_has_the_International_Centre_for_Civilizational_Studies_been_established\"><\/span>2. Where has the International Centre for Civilizational Studies been established?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The centre has been established in <strong>Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_institutions_jointly_established_the_centre\"><\/span>3. Which institutions jointly established the centre?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The centre has been established through collaboration between the <strong>Manas National Academy of Kyrgyzstan<\/strong> and the <strong>Centre for Studies of International Relations (CSIR), New Delhi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_main_objective_of_the_new_centre\"><\/span>4. What is the main objective of the new centre?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its objective is to strengthen academic cooperation, preserve cultural heritage, encourage comparative civilizational studies, and promote people-to-people ties between India and Kyrgyzstan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Why_are_the_Mahabharata_and_Manas_important\"><\/span>5. Why are the <em>Mahabharata<\/em> and <em>Manas<\/em> important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <em>Mahabharata<\/em> is one of India&#8217;s greatest ancient epics, while <em>Manas<\/em> is the national epic of Kyrgyzstan. Both represent the cultural values, history, and traditions of their respective civilizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_major_literary_achievement_was_announced_during_the_inauguration\"><\/span>6. What major literary achievement was announced during the inauguration?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>first Hindi translation of the Kyrgyz epic <em>Manas<\/em><\/strong> was released during the inauguration ceremony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Why_is_this_initiative_important_for_Indias_foreign_policy\"><\/span>7. Why is this initiative important for India&#8217;s foreign policy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It strengthens India&#8217;s <strong>cultural diplomacy (soft power)<\/strong> and enhances cooperation with Central Asian countries through education, research, and cultural exchanges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Which_region_is_Kyrgyzstan_a_part_of\"><\/span>8. Which region is Kyrgyzstan a part of?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kyrgyzstan is a <strong>Central Asian<\/strong> country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Which_international_organisation_includes_both_India_and_Kyrgyzstan_as_members\"><\/span>9. Which international organisation includes both India and Kyrgyzstan as members?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both countries are members of the <strong>Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Why_is_this_news_important_for_competitive_examinations\"><\/span>10. 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