Pre-cum-Mains GS Foundation Program for UPSC 2026 | Starting from 5th Dec. 2024 Click Here for more information
Source: Deccan Herald
What is the News?
Indian Council for Cultural Relations(ICCR) has launched a new campaign called ‘Kala Vishwa’.
About Kala Vishwa Campaign:
- Kala Vishwas is a campaign that aims to reach out to traditional folk artists, local artists/artisans coming from rural areas. It will give them an opportunity and a platform to perform, especially during the challenging time of COVID-19.
About ICCR:
- The Indian Council for Cultural Relations(ICCR) is an autonomous body under the administrative control of the Ministry of External Affairs.
- Founded in: It was founded in 1950 by Maulana Abul Kalam Azad who was the first Education Minister of independent India.
- Objectives:
- To actively participate in the formulation and implementation of policies and programmes pertaining to India’s external cultural relations
- To foster and strengthen cultural relations and mutual understanding between India and other countries
- To promote cultural exchanges with other countries and people, and to develop relations with nations.
Discover more from Free UPSC IAS Preparation For Aspirants
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
