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Source: The post is based on the article “Annapurna Certificate Programme” published in “Indian Express” on 17th November 2023
Why in the News?
Annapurna Certificate Programme has recognized six Indian restaurants worldwide for promoting Indian culinary traditions.
What is Annapurna Certificate Programme?
| Specifications | Details |
| Launched by | Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) |
| Aim | To recognize Indian restaurants abroad that are promoting Indian culture through their culinary contributions. |
| Significance | This certification will help the people abroad identify authentic Indian restaurants. |
What is the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR)?
| Specifications | Details |
| Type | It is an autonomous body under the administrative control of the Ministry of External Affairs |
| Founded in | 1950 by Maulana Abul Kalam Azad who was the first Education Minister of independent India. |
| Objectives | 1)To formulate and implement policies and programmes pertaining to India’s external cultural relations 2)To strengthen cultural relations and mutual understanding between India and other countries 3)To promote cultural exchanges with other countries and people and to develop relations with nations. |
| Significance | ICCR has been assigned the responsibility of facilitating the celebration of the International Day of Yoga by Indian Missions/Posts abroad since 2015. |
| Headquarters | New Delhi |
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