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Centres of Excellence Approved for Classical Languages Studies

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हे का महत्त्वाचे आहे

Understanding institutional initiatives for the promotion and preservation of India's classical languages is vital for questions relating to Indian art and culture, heritage conservation, and educational reforms under NEP 2020.

सारांश

The Ministry of Education has approved the creation of five Centres of Excellence for Studies in Classical Languages to boost research, preservation, and academic promotion of India's classical linguistic heritage in alignment with NEP 2020 guidelines.

मुख्य मुद्दे

  • The Ministry of Education has approved the establishment of five Centres of Excellence (CoEs) for Studies in Classical Languages.
  • These centres are set up under the Central Universities / institutions to promote, preserve, and conduct advanced research in India's classical languages.
  • The initiative aligns with the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 to preserve and promote Indian languages, arts, and culture.
  • Classical languages designated by the Government of India enjoy special patronage, grants, and institutional frameworks for academic research and digitization of ancient texts.
संबंधित PYQ · 2

संबंधित PYQ · 2

  • 2014PrelimsGS1

    Consider the following languages: 1. Gujarati 2. Kannada 3. Telugu Which of the above has/have been declared as 'Classical Language/Languages' by the Government?

  • 2018MainsGS1

    Safeguarding the Indian art heritage is the need of the moment. Discuss.