Paruveta Utsavam: an ancient ritual steeped in social harmony
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चर्चा में क्यों
The Government of India and INTACH are seeking UNESCO recognition for the 'Paruveta Utsavam' procession as an intangible cultural heritage.
पृष्ठभूमि
The Paruveta Utsavam is a centuries-old Hindu tradition involving a palanquin procession from Ahobilam to nearby villages. It involves participation from various communities, including the Chenchu tribespeople, and is recognized as a state festival by both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana governments.
प्रीलिम्स के लिए तथ्य
- स्थानAhobilam: Location of the Paruveta Utsavam procession in Andhra Pradesh/Telangana
- पर्यावरणChenchu tribespeople: Tribal community participating in the ritual based on folklore of Lord Narasimha
- संस्थाINTACH: Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage, which appealed for UNESCO recognition
- तथ्यParuveta Utsavam: Recognized as a state festival by both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana governments
मेन्स के लिए
Q. Discuss how the preservation of intangible cultural heritage like Paruveta Utsavam contributes to fostering social harmony and communal diversity in India.
उत्तर के आयाम
- Social cohesion: Integration of tribal folklore with mainstream religious traditions
- Heritage diplomacy: Leveraging UNESCO recognition to promote regional cultural identity
- State-led preservation: Role of state governments in formalizing and supporting local folk traditions
कीवर्ड: Intangible Cultural Heritage · Social Harmony · Communal Diversity · Cultural Preservation · Tribal Folklore
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कोई गलती या कोई कमी?
किसी नोट में गलती दिखे, या तैयारी के लिए कोई टॉपिक, फॉर्मेट या पीडीएफ चाहिए, तो हमें लिखें। हम हर मेल पढ़ते हैं और गलतियाँ जल्दी ठीक करते हैं।
यह नोट सत्यधीश के समाचार फ़ीड से स्वचालित रूप से तैयार किया गया है और यूपीएससी सीएसई पाठ्यक्रम से जुड़ा है। उत्तर में उपयोग करने से पहले तथ्यों का मूल रिपोर्ट या पीआईबी से मिलान करें।