Ministry of Culture, Government of India
Ministry of Culture, Government of India, based in New Delhi, Delhi, has 3 opportunities for children on WiWit, each checked before listing.
New Delhi, Delhi
Opportunities from Ministry of Culture, Government of India
BITM Innovation Hub Membership Program for School Students
by Ministry of Culture, Government of India
A creative space for students (grades 6-12) in Kolkata to engage in hands-on science and tech projects, fostering innovation via a year-long membership.
What your child could gain:
Cultural Talent Search Scholarship Scheme (CTSSS)
by Ministry of Culture, Government of India
Government scholarship for children aged 10-14 with talent in traditional Indian art forms including music, dance, drama, painting, sculpture, and crafts.
What your child could gain:
Nehru Science Centre Innovation Hub
by Ministry of Culture, Government of India
This hands-on Integrated Science Course at Nehru Science Centre Innovation Hub in Mumbai sparks creativity and scientific exploration for students in Standards 6-10, focusing on real-life problem-solving and innovative projects.
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About
The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, serves as the apex body dedicated to preserving, promoting, and disseminating India's rich cultural heritage. It oversees a vast network of organizations, including the Archaeological Survey of India and various cultural centers, to safeguard tangible and intangible cultural assets. The Ministry's mandate encompasses the protection of ancient monuments, archaeological sites, and the administration of libraries and archives. It actively promotes literary, visual, and performing arts, fostering cultural creativity and encouraging international cultural exchanges. Key initiatives include schemes for financial assistance to artists and cultural organizations, scholarships for young talents, and programs like the Cultural Heritage Youth Leadership Programme. The Ministry also plays a crucial role in commemorating historical events and the centenaries of significant personalities. Through its diverse programs and affiliated bodies, the Ministry strives to create a vibrant cultural ecosystem that supports both innovation and preservation, ensuring India's cultural legacy thrives for future generations.
Affiliations
Programs Offered
- Cultural Talent Search Scholarship Scheme (CTSSS)
- Scheme for Scholarships to Young Artists
- Guru-Shishya Parampara Scheme
- Cultural Heritage Youth Leadership Programme (CHYLP)
- Museum Grant Scheme
- National Cultural Exchange Programme
- Seva Bhoj Yojana
- Scheme for Safeguarding the Intangible Heritage and Diverse Cultural Traditions of India
- Financial Assistance for Creation of Cultural Infrastructure
- Neharu Science Centre Innovation Hub
Achievements
- Hosted 46th World Heritage Committee session in Delhi
- Inscribed 'Moidams—the Mound-Burial System of the Ahom Dynasty' on UNESCO World Heritage List
- Signed Cultural Property Agreement with USA for repatriation of antiquities
- Developed 'Yuga Yugeen Bharat National Museum' in New Delhi
- Recognized Assamese, Marathi, Pali, Prakrit, and Bengali as classical languages
- Organized First Asian Buddhist Summit in New Delhi
- Launched Project PARI (Public Art of India)
- Inscribed 'Garba of Gujarat' on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list
- Recovered 228 ancient artifacts smuggled out of India till 2022
Leadership
- Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Cabinet Minister (Ministry of Culture, Government of India)
- Shri Rao Inderjit Singh, Minister of State (Ministry of Culture, Government of India)
- Shri Vivek Aggarwal, Secretary (Ministry of Culture, Government of India)
- Shri Gurmeet Singh Chawla, Joint Secretary & Web Information Manager (Ministry of Culture, Government of India)
Contact Information
Quick Facts
- Type
- Government program
- Founded
- 2006
- Opportunities
- 3 on WiWit
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