India’s Bhagavad Gita & Natyashastra Inscribed On UNESCO’s Memory Of The World Register
New Delhi: The Shrimad Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni’s Natyashastra have been officially added to UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register, a programme dedicated to safeguarding documentary treasures of global significance.
The Ministry of Culture took to X (formerly Twitter) on April 18 to annoucne the news. Have a look at their post here:
Reacting to the announcement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on X, “A proud moment for every Indian across the world! 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 centuries. Their insights continue to inspire the world.”
UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register highlights significant manuscripts and documents whose impact has spanned over generations.
The Bhagavad Gita, a timeless exchange between Lord Krishna and Arjuna, is esteemed as a foundational work of spiritual and philosophical thought. In parallel, the Natyashastra, authored by sage Bharat Muni, serves as the definitive ancient manual for theatre, dance and music.
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