Union Culture Ministry Launches Draft List of Intangible Cultural Heritage

The Union Culture Ministry released a draft list of 106 items listed as intangible cultural heritage recently seeking public comment.

  • 13 traditions of Indian intangible cultural heritage have already been recognised by UNESCO and the national list is an attempt to further awareness and protection to more such elements.
  • The initiative is a part of the Ministry’s Vision 2024 programme.

Draft List of Intangible Cultural Heritage

  1. The devotional music of Qawwali and the music of the oldest instrument in the country, the Veena. The Kumbh Mela and Ramlila traditions of different States.
  2. The traditional folk festival ....
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