Jaishankar to be chief guest at inaugural ceremony of UNESCO meet on protecting intangible heritage
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Why in news
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat will attend the inaugural ceremony of the UNESCO meeting on safeguarding intangible cultural heritage in Delhi.
Background
India is hosting its first session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) from December 8 to 13. The meeting at the Red Fort is expected to host over 1,000 delegates from 190 countries.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyUNESCO ICH: Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage
- FactThe meeting is expected to attract over 1,000 delegates from 190 countries
- PlaceThe inaugural ceremony is scheduled to take place at the Red Fort in Delhi
- FactThe meeting will examine nominations for inscription on the UNESCO ICH lists
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of international recognition of intangible cultural heritage in preserving a nation's soft power and cultural identity.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Diplomatic leverage: Using cultural heritage recognition to enhance India's global soft power and cultural diplomacy
- Preservation vs. Commercialization: Balancing the protection of traditional practices with the pressures of global tourism
Keywords: Soft Power · Intangible Cultural Heritage · Cultural Diplomacy · UNESCO · Heritage Preservation
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