1,400 Tamil Nadu participants to visit Varanasi, Prayagraj and Ayodhya for Kashi Tamil Sangamam
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Cultural exchange and linguistic diversity: a GS2 Social Justice and National Integration case study.
Why in news
Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the registration portal for the fifth Kashi Tamil Sangamam, featuring the theme 'Thirukkural Payilvom – Thirukkural Abhyas Karen'.
Background
The event is organized by the Union Education Ministry, IIT Madras, Banaras Hindu University, and the Central Institute of Classical Tamil. It is scheduled to be held from November 28 to December 12, with around 1,400 participants from Tamil Nadu visiting Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Ayodhya.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyKashi Tamil Sangamam is organized by the Union Education Ministry, IIT Madras, Banaras Hindu University, and the Central Institute of Classical Tamil
- FactAround 1,400 participants from Tamil Nadu are scheduled to visit Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Ayodhya
- FactThe fifth Kashi Tamil Sangamam is scheduled from November 28 to December 12
Prelims practice question
Which institution is one of the organizers of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam?
- (a)Banaras Hindu University
- (b)Delhi University
- (c)Jawaharlal Nehru University
- (d)Anna University
Show answer
Answer: (a) Banaras Hindu University — The note states the event is organized by the Union Education Ministry, IIT Madras, Banaras Hindu University, and the Central Institute of Classical Tamil.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how cultural exchange initiatives like Kashi Tamil Sangamam contribute to fostering national integration and promoting linguistic diversity in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Cultural synthesis: Promoting shared heritage through the integration of Tamil and Sanskrit literary traditions
- Institutional collaboration: Synergy between central ministries, premier technical institutes, and classical language bodies
Keywords: Cultural Integration · Linguistic Diversity · Educational Collaboration · National Unity
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