Manuscripts of Bhagavad Gita, Natyashastra inscribed on UNESCO's Memory of the World Register
The Hindu
UNESCO adds Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra to Memory of the World Register, celebrating India's cultural heritage.
Manuscripts of the Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni's Natyashastra are among 74 new documentary heritage collections that have been added to UNESCO's Memory of the World Register as of April 17, bringing the total number of inscribed collections to 570.
Entries on the Scientific Revolution, women's contribution to history and major milestones of multilateralism from 72 countries and four international organisations were included in the register, according to UNESCO.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a post on X on Friday (April 18, 2025), described the inscriptions as "a proud moment for every Indian across the world".
"The inclusion of the Gita and Natyashastra in UNESCO's Memory of the World Register is a global recognition of our timeless wisdom and rich culture. The Gita and Natyashastra have nurtured civilisation, and consciousness for centuries. Their insights continue to inspire the world," he said.
Natyashastra is considered a seminal text on performing arts.
Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat also took to X saying this was a "historic moment for Bharat's civilisational heritage".
“This global honour celebrates India’s eternal wisdom and artistic genius,” he said.
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