PM Modi launches 'Gyan Bharatam' portal to digitise and preserve ancient Indian manuscripts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Gyan Bharatam' portal, a dedicated digital repository aimed at digitising and preserving India's vast collection of ancient manuscripts. Speaking at an international conference, the PM highlighted that digitisation would curb 'intellectual piracy' and facilitate the sharing of traditional knowledge. India possesses the world's largest collection of manuscripts (approximately one crore), with only 10 lakh digitised so far. The initiative is part of the Gyan Bharatam Mission and aligns with the concepts of 'swadeshi' and 'atmanirbhar Bharat'. The project also involves international collaboration with countries like Thailand, Vietnam, and Mongolia to preserve shared cultural heritage.
Key Points
- The Gyan Bharatam portal is a digital repository for ancient Indian manuscripts.
- Digitisation aims to protect traditional knowledge from being copied and patented by others.
- India has roughly 10 million (one crore) manuscripts, representing a significant portion of human heritage.
- The project involves international collaboration with countries like Thailand, Vietnam, and Mongolia.
Exam Facts
- Gyan Bharatam portal and Mission.
- Total manuscripts in India: ~1 crore.
- Digitised so far: ~10 lakh.
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