Safeguarding India's Intangible Heritage: Custodians of Culture

About The Book: “Safeguarding India's Intangible Heritage: Custodians of Culture" is a comprehensive exploration of India's diverse intangible cultural heritage. The book not only highlights existing traditions but also sheds light on those that have disappeared or are on the brink of extinction. It aligns with the UNESCO 2003 convention, emphasizing the vital importance of preserving intangible cultural heritage., This publication delves into all five domains of intangible cultural heritage, offering a rich and diverse overview of these cultural treasures in the Indian context. It pays tribute to the unsung custodians of intangible cultural heritage and underscores the invaluable role of museums in preserving and exhibiting these cultural expressions., For researchers, this book serves as an indispensable reference, broadening their horizons and guiding further exploration of the diverse domains within intangible cultural heritage. Overall, its overarching goal is to foster awareness and motivate the ongoing practice and safeguarding of these traditions, despite the contemporary challenges they face and the lack of attention from newer generations.