India’s ancient literary traditions showcase the country’s rich cultural heritage. It’s inclusion in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Regional Register ensures that this invaluable documentary heritage is preserved for future generations and appreciated by a global audience. Analyse.
Kartavya Desk Staff
Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.
Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.
1. India’s ancient literary traditions showcase the country’s rich cultural heritage. It’s inclusion in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Regional Register ensures that this invaluable documentary heritage is preserved for future generations and appreciated by a global audience. Analyse. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India
Why the question: Three Indian literary works, Ramcharitmanas, Panchatantra, and Sahṛdayaloka-Locana, were added to UNESCO’s Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Regional Register during the tenth meeting of the Memory of the World Committee for Asia and the Pacific (MOWCAP). Key Demand of the question: To write about richness of ancient Indian literature and significance of it being included in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Regional Register. Directive word: Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary. Structure of the answer: Introduction: Begin by giving context. Body: First, write about the richness of Indian literature of ancient India – vast array of texts in languages like Sanskrit, Tamil, Pali, and Prakrit, include religious scriptures, philosophical treatises, literary works, and scientific texts etc. Cite examples. Next, write about significance of Indian literature being included in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Regional Register – promotes international awareness, supports physical and digital preservation, enhances educational and research opportunities, and ensures the intergenerational transmission of India’s cultural legacy etc. Conclusion: Conclude by summarising.
Why the question:
Three Indian literary works, Ramcharitmanas, Panchatantra, and Sahṛdayaloka-Locana, were added to UNESCO’s Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Regional Register during the tenth meeting of the Memory of the World Committee for Asia and the Pacific (MOWCAP).
Key Demand of the question:
To write about richness of ancient Indian literature and significance of it being included in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Regional Register.
Directive word:
Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context.
First, write about the richness of Indian literature of ancient India – vast array of texts in languages like Sanskrit, Tamil, Pali, and Prakrit, include religious scriptures, philosophical treatises, literary works, and scientific texts etc. Cite examples.
Next, write about significance of Indian literature being included in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Regional Register – promotes international awareness, supports physical and digital preservation, enhances educational and research opportunities, and ensures the intergenerational transmission of India’s cultural legacy etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.