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UNESCO adds Indian texts to Memory of the World Register
The Memory of the World (MoW) program, established by UNESCO in 1992, identifies and preserves documentary heritage of global significance.
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Bhavana P - Fri, 18, Apr 2025
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Two of India’s most revered ancient texts—the Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni’s Natyashastra—have received global recognition with their inclusion in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register.
The announcement marks a cultural milestone, bringing India’s total entries on the prestigious register to 14.
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Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat shared the news on social media, calling it a celebration of India’s “eternal wisdom and artistic genius.”
“These timeless works are more than literary treasures—they are philosophical and aesthetic foundations that have shaped Bharat’s world view and the way we think, feel, live, and express.”
The Gita, a cornerstone of Indian spiritual thought, and the Natyashastra, an influential text on performing arts and dramaturgy, are considered monumental in their impact on culture and human expression.
Hailing the inclusion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “The inclusion of the Gita and Natyashastra in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register is a global recognition of our timeless wisdom and rich culture.”
A proud moment for every Indian across the world!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 18, 2025
The inclusion of the Gita and Natyashastra in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register is a global recognition of our timeless wisdom and rich culture.
The Gita and Natyashastra have nurtured civilisation, and consciousness for… https://t.co/ZPutb5heUT
Other notable inscriptions include the Ramcharitmanas, Panchatantra, Abhinavagupta’s manuscripts, and Sahrdayāloka-Locana.
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