The Shrimad Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni’s Natyashastra have been added to UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register – an international initiative dedicated to preserving documentary heritage of exceptional significance.
Reacting to the achievement, PM Narendra Modi took to X and said, “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.”
The UNESCO register honours historical manuscripts, texts, and documents that have had a lasting impact on human civilization. The Bhagavad Gita, a timeless spiritual discourse between Lord Krishna and Arjuna, is widely revered as a foundational work in Indian philosophy and ethics.
Similarly, the Natyashastra, authored by the ancient sage Bharat Muni, is hailed as the definitive treatise on performing arts, laying the groundwork for classical Indian theatre, dance, and music.
