Gyan Bharatam Mission

Why in News?

Prime Minister Modi launched the Gyan Bharatam Mission to digitise India’s ancient manuscripts, curb intellectual piracy, create a knowledge database, and promote global sharing of traditional knowledge, highlighting collaborations with Thailand, Vietnam, and Mongolia.

Description:

• Announced in the Union Budget 2025-26.
• A national initiative to preserve, digitise, and disseminate India’s vast manuscript heritage.
• Seeks to combine traditional wisdom with modern technology for future generations.

Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Culture

Objectives:

• To survey, document, conserve, restore, and digitise India’s manuscript wealth.
• To establish a National Digital Repository for easy public access.
• To encourage research, learning, and integration of Indian Knowledge Systems into education.

Mission Components:

1. Survey & Documentation:
   1. Nationwide identification, cataloguing, and metadata creation of manuscripts.
2. Conservation & Restoration:
   1. Safeguarding fragile manuscripts using both scientific techniques and traditional practices.
3. Digitisation & Repository:
   1. AI-assisted digitisation of manuscripts.
   1. Establishment of a National Digital Repository.
4. Technology & AI Innovation:
   1. Use of Handwritten Text Recognition tools.
   1. Launch of the “Gyan-Setu” AI Challenge to boost innovation.

Significance:

• India has 44+ lakh manuscripts documented in Kriti Sampada (National Database).
• Preserves civilisational knowledge: philosophy, science, medicine, mathematics, arts, literature, spirituality.
• Supports Article 51A(f) – Fundamental Duty to value and preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture.
• Aligns with NEP 2020, integrating Indian Knowledge Systems with modern education.
• Bridges heritage and technology, empowering youth and showcasing India’s global cultural leadership.

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