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Source- This post on the Project PARI has been created based on the article “Ministry of Culture initiates Project PARI for the 46th World Heritage Committee Meeting” published in “PIB” on 8 July 2024.
Why in the news?
Recently, Ministry of Culture initiates Project PARI for the 46th World Heritage Committee Meeting.
About Project PARI
1. Project PARI (Public Art of India) is an initiative by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
2. It is executed by Lalit Kala Akademi and the National Gallery of Modern Art.
3. Objectives: Project PARI aims to stimulate dialogue, reflection, and inspiration, contributing to the dynamic cultural fabric of the nation.
4. Project PARI includes a wide array of artwork inspired by traditional Indian art forms.
5. The proposed sculptures for Project PARI explore a wide range of themes, including tributes to nature, ideas inspired by the Natyashastra, Gandhi ji, traditional Indian toys, hospitality, ancient knowledge, Naad or Primeval Sound, Harmony of Life, and Kalpataru (the divine tree).
6. Women artists have been an integral part of Project PARI and their participation in large numbers is a testament to Bharat’s NARI SHAKTI.
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