India's Manuscript Heritage A Treasure Trove of Ancient Knowledge - By Noopur Joshi

India’s manuscripts are more than relics — they are living records of science, philosophy, art, and faith. From Vedic hymns to medieval treatises, they embody millennia of inquiry and imagination. Yet fragile materials, neglect, and time threaten this vast archive of knowledge. The launch of the Gyan Bharatam Portal signals a renewed commitment to reclaim and protect this legacy.

On 12th September 2025, the Prime Minister launched the Gyan Bharatam Portal—a digital platform dedicated to the preservation, digitization, and accessibility of India’s manuscript treasures. The launch marked a significant step towards reclaiming and safeguarding this irreplaceable Indian heritage.

For millennia, palm-leaf, birch-bark, ....

Do You Want to Read More?
Subscribe Now

To get access to detailed content

Already a Member? Login here


Take Annual Subscription and get the following Advantage
The annual members of the Civil Services Chronicle can read the monthly content of the magazine as well as the Chronicle magazine archives.
Readers can study all the material before the last six months of the Civil Services Chronicle monthly issue in the form of Chronicle magazine archives.

Related Content