A large volume of India's Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) wealth, documented over the last six decades and more is stored in printed form with various governmental and non-governmental institutions, academic institutions and individuals. The contents of these works enshrine the creativity and knowledge of India's diverse heritage. This is an invaluable national resource that needs to be preserved for all time and also made accessible in a unified search portal and to promote further research. This database aims to list such works. As an ongoing process, we welcome any listing (of published/unpublished work) in the field of Intangible Culture that individuals or organizations may like to provide or share.
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Elements of ICH Keywords
Folklore/Mythology, Language, Customs & Rituals, Worship, Medicine & Local Health, Wisdom Keepers and Knowledge Holders, Arts and Crafts, Ancient Educational Traditions, Nature & Environment/Cosmology, Oral Traditions, Music/Musical Instruments Performing Traditions/Dance, Painting/Murals/Rock Cave Art/Body Painting/Tattoing, House Decoration, Vernacular Architecture, Building Patterns, Food, Drink, Jewelry/Hair Styles/Clothing, Traditional Games and Sport, Shamanism/ Occult Practices/Witchcraft Fairs & Festivals Other/Miscellaneous
Disclaimer
The information contained in this database is for general information only. For further queries kindly contact the respective organization, author or publisher.
