Science TechnologySaturday, 21 March 2026·The Hindu
India launches Gyan Bharatam manuscript survey at AI Impact Summit 2026
The Ministry of Culture launched the Gyan Bharatam National Manuscript Survey during the India AI Impact Summit 2026 inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In 2026, the Ministry of Culture launched the Gyan Bharatam National Manuscript Survey during the India AI Impact Summit 2026, which was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Key specifics
- The survey creates a geo-tagged national inventory of manuscripts.
- It uses a mobile app and website for voluntary public participation.
- The project links traditional knowledge with Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- It covers subjects such as science, medicine, mathematics, astronomy and governance.
- The survey aims to build a Manuscript Presence Map for conservation planning.
Exam lens
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