{"id":1434,"date":"2025-12-19T05:44:31","date_gmt":"2025-12-19T05:44:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spmiasacademy.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=1434"},"modified":"2025-12-22T07:40:15","modified_gmt":"2025-12-22T07:40:15","slug":"deepavali-unesco-ich-inclusion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spmiasacademy.com\/currentaffairs\/deepavali-unesco-ich-inclusion\/","title":{"rendered":"Deepavali\u2019s Inclusion in UNESCO\u2019s Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) List, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deepavali, one of India\u2019s most cherished festivals, has earned global recognition. UNESCO has officially inscribed Deepavali on the <strong>Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity<\/strong> for 2025. This inclusion strengthens India\u2019s cultural presence worldwide and offers rich learning value for UPSC, APSC, and other State PCS exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This article explains all key facts, processes, and significance related to Deepavali\u2019s inclusion in UNESCO\u2019s Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/spmiasacademy.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-30-819x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1435\" srcset=\"https:\/\/spmiasacademy.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-30-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/spmiasacademy.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-30-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/spmiasacademy.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-30-768x960.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/spmiasacademy.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/image-30.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why in the News?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deepavali entered the <a href=\"https:\/\/ich.unesco.org\/en\/lists\">UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List<\/a> in 2025.<br>India submitted its nomination dossier in 2023 for the 2024-25 evaluation cycle.<br>The decision was announced during the 20th Session of the Intergovernmental Committee held at Red Fort from December 8 to 13, 2025.<br>This achievement follows the inclusion of <strong>Garba from Gujarat<\/strong> and <strong>Durga Puja from West Bengal<\/strong> in previous years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is UNESCO\u2019s Intangible Cultural Heritage List?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>UNESCO\u2019s Intangible Cultural Heritage List safeguards <strong>living traditions<\/strong>, <strong>skills<\/strong>, and <strong>cultural expressions<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It preserves practices passed down through generations and highlights their global value.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The list covers five domains:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Oral traditions<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Performing arts<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Social practices, rituals, and festivals<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Knowledge related to nature and the universe<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Traditional craftsmanship<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Currently, around 700 elements from 140 countries are inscribed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With Deepavali added, India now holds <strong>16 elements<\/strong> on the Representative List.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>India has also nominated <strong>Chhath Puja of Bihar<\/strong> for the next cycle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Criteria for Deepavali\u2019s Inclusion in UNESCO\u2019s ICH List:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UNESCO\u2019s Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) inscription is governed by the 2003 Convention and focuses on safeguarding living cultural traditions. For an element to qualify, it must be <strong>recognized by the concerned community<\/strong>, <strong>transmitted across generations<\/strong>, and <strong>provide a sense of identity and continuity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eligible elements may fall under categories such as <strong>oral traditions<\/strong>, <strong>performing arts<\/strong>, <strong>social practices and rituals<\/strong>, <strong>knowledge related to nature and the universe<\/strong>, and <strong>traditional craftsmanship<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Importantly, all nominated elements must respect <strong>human rights<\/strong>, promote <strong>mutual respect<\/strong>, and support <strong>sustainable development<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Core Criteria for Inscription:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Compliance with the Definition of ICH<\/strong>: The element must constitute a practice, expression, performance, knowledge system, or skill along with associated objects or cultural spaces recognized by communities as part of their living heritage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Intergenerational Transmission<\/strong>: The heritage must be transmitted from one generation to another and continuously recreated in response to the community\u2019s environment, historical experiences, and social interactions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Identity and Cultural Continuity<\/strong>: The element should contribute to a sense of identity and continuity within the community while encouraging respect for cultural diversity and human creativity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Community Participation and Consent<\/strong>: The nomination must demonstrate active community involvement and include their free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC) for inscription and safeguarding initiatives.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Compatibility with Global Norms<\/strong>: The element must be consistent with international human rights standards and align with the principles of mutual respect and sustainable development.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Significance of Deepavali\u2019s Inclusion in UNESCO ICH List:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deepavali\u2019s global recognition carries strong cultural and socio-economic benefits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The inscription increases international visibility for the festival.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It highlights India\u2019s ancient cultural ethos in the modern era.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moreover, it strengthens the cultural identity of the Indian diaspora worldwide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Advantages of Deepavali\u2019s Inclusion in UNESCO ICH List:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It unlocks access to the ICH Fund for safeguarding and documentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It supports sustainable livelihood opportunities for artisans and craft communities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It encourages preservation of traditional practices linked with Deepavali.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It boosts tourism and promotes cultural exchange initiatives.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It inspires communities to protect and celebrate their cultural heritage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deepavali\u2019s inclusion in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List marks a proud cultural milestone for India. It recognizes the festival as a living tradition enriched by community participation and historical continuity. The inscription also brings global attention to India\u2019s diverse cultural fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sources:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ich.unesco.org\/en\/lists\">https:\/\/ich.unesco.org\/en\/lists<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/explained\/explained-culture\/diwali-unesco-heritage-list-10413269\/\">https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/explained\/explained-culture\/diwali-unesco-heritage-list-10413269\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766122942424\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Why was Deepavali included in UNESCO\u2019s Intangible Cultural Heritage List?<\/strong><br\/><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Deepavali was included because it is a living cultural tradition recognized by communities, transmitted across generations, and providing identity, continuity, and social cohesion.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766122988484\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>In which year was Deepavali inscribed on UNESCO\u2019s ICH List?<\/strong><br\/><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">UNESCO officially inscribed Deepavali on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in <strong>2025<\/strong>.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766123009922\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Under which category does Deepavali fall in UNESCO\u2019s ICH framework?<\/strong><br\/><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Deepavali falls under <strong>social practices, rituals, and festive events<\/strong>, one of the five domains of UNESCO\u2019s Intangible Cultural Heritage.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766123030786\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How many Intangible Cultural Heritage elements does India have after Deepavali\u2019s inclusion?<\/strong><br\/><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">With the inclusion of Deepavali, <strong>India now has 16 elements<\/strong> on UNESCO\u2019s Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766123050400\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the significance of Deepavali\u2019s UNESCO ICH recognition for India?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The recognition enhances global visibility, strengthens cultural diplomacy, supports heritage preservation, and promotes sustainable livelihoods linked to traditional practices.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Deepavali, one of India\u2019s most cherished festivals, has earned global recognition. 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