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“India’s cultural heritage is predominantly living and community-based rather than monumental”. Examine the implications of this for heritage preservation in rural India.

Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times. Q1. “India’s cultural heritage is predominantly living and community-based rather than monumental”. Examine the implications of this for heritage preservation in rural India. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: PIB Why the question In the context …

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Discuss the material and artistic features of Kathputli puppets. Bring out how these features reflect regional aesthetics and social life. Highlight their cultural symbolism.

Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times Q1. Discuss the material and artistic features of Kathputli puppets. Bring out how these features reflect regional aesthetics and social life. Highlight their cultural symbolism. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question In …

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Kathputli Puppetry

Source:  TH Subject: Art and Culture Context: Jaipur’s Kathputli Nagar, home to nearly 250 families of traditional puppeteers, has drawn attention for preserving one of Rajasthan’s oldest living folk art traditions. About Kathputli Puppetry: What it is? Kathputli is a form of traditional string puppetry of Rajasthan, where wooden dolls dressed in colourful costumes are …

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Dandami Maria Tribe

Source:  TH Subject:  Art and Culture Context: The Bison Horn Maria dance of the Dandami Madia (Maria) tribe of Bastar, Chhattisgarh, has drawn attention for its enduring cultural vitality despite modern influences. About Dandami Maria Tribe: Who they are? The Dandami Maria, also known as Bison Horn Maria or Khalpati Maria, are a tribal community …

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Boreendo

Source:  HT Subject: Art and Culture Context: UNESCO has inscribed Pakistan’s Boreendo, a rare clay vessel-flute linked to the Indus Valley musical tradition, on the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding list. About Boreendo: What it is? The Boreendo is a spherical clay vessel-flute, producing mellow, breathy tones used in folk melodies, pastoral …

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India Hosts 20th UNESCO’s Inter-Governmental Committee

Source:  PIB Subject:  International Organisation Context: India is hosting the 20th Session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage at the Red Fort, New Delhi. About India Hosts 20th UNESCO’s Inter-Governmental Committee: What is this Committee? The Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) is a 24-member UNESCO …

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What are the philosophical underpinnings of Carnatic music? How have devotional compositions shaped its repertoire? In what ways did patronage contribute to its historical development?

Topic: Carnatic Music Q1. What are the philosophical underpinnings of Carnatic music? How have devotional compositions shaped its repertoire? In what ways did patronage contribute to its historical development? (15 M) Difficulty Level: Difficult Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Carnatic music is a key component of India’s intangible cultural heritage, with deep philosophical roots, devotional …

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Nüshu Script Conservation

Context: Nüshu, a 400-year-old “women’s script” from Jiangyong, Hunan province, is witnessing a revival among Gen Z Chinese women, who see it as a cultural symbol of sisterhood and empowerment. About Nüshu Script Conservation: What it is? Nüshu is a 17th-century phonetic script created by women in Jiangyong, China, as a private communication system when …

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Folk traditions preserve cultural memory. Explain the role of community-driven performance in safeguarding intangible heritage. How do such forms adapt to contemporary realities?

Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times Q1. Folk traditions preserve cultural memory. Explain the role of community-driven performance in safeguarding intangible heritage. How do such forms adapt to contemporary realities? (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question: Increasing interest …

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30 December 2024

  UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30 December 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles   InstaLinks :  Insta Links help you think beyond the  current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …

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Intangible Cultural Heritage

Source:  DD News Context: The recognition of Bosnia’s Sevdalinka, also known as “Balkan Blues,” as part of UNESCO’s National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage highlights global efforts to preserve and celebrate diverse cultural traditions. About UNESCO’s National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage: Established in: Adopted in 2003, came into force in 2006 under the Convention …

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