National resolve needed to preserve tribal languages, culture: Union Minister
Union Minister Durga Das Uikey emphasized the need for a national effort to preserve tribal languages and cultural heritage. He highlighted the importance of documenting tribal knowledge systems and ensuring tribal communities are included in India's development goals.
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Preserving indigenous languages and traditions is crucial for cultural diversity and recognizing the historical contributions of tribal communities.
Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs Durga Das Uikey on Monday called for a national resolve to preserve and promote tribal languages and culture.
Inaugurating a national seminar on “Tribal Languages and Museums”, organised by the Department of Scheduled Tribes Welfare, Bengaluru, and the Karnataka State Tribal Research Institute, Mr. Uikey said collective efforts were needed to safeguard tribal languages, traditions and cultural heritage.
Mr. Uikey said Mysuru, with its rich legacy of royal dynasties, art, literature, music and folk traditions, was an appropriate venue for discussions on preserving cultural heritage. Museums documenting tribal languages, traditions and the history of tribal freedom fighters could play an important role in preserving the country’s cultural identity, he said.
Highlighting the close relationship between tribal communities and nature, Mr. Uikey said their contributions at various stages of Indian history had not been adequately documented in mainstream historical narratives.
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