Bridging Past and Future: Preserving India’s Cultural and Historical Legacy by Harnessing Technology
Author : Dr. Deepali Dinesh Shahdadpuri
Abstract :
India’s heritage spans thousands of years and incorporate a wide array of manuscripts, artefacts, monuments and intangible traditions. However, much of this heritage remains scattered, fragmented, or vulnerable to physical deterioration. Recent government-led initiatives and technological advancements have begun to fundamentally shift how this immense legacy is conserved, researched, and shared with the world. The research paper, “Bridging Past and Future: Preserving India’s Cultural and Historical Legacy by Harnessing Technology”, examines the transformative role of digital technology in preserving India’s extensive cultural and historical heritage. Key programs such as the National Mission for Manuscripts and the National Digital Library of India have led digitization efforts that convert rare manuscripts, archival documents, and museum collections into high-resolution digital formats accessible to scholars, educators, and the public.
Technologies including artificial intelligence, 3-D scanning, virtual and augmented reality have revolutionized heritage preservation and interpretation. This research highlights that harnessing technology in Indian cultural preservation not only safeguards invaluable heritage from physical decay but also democratizes access, empowering future generations to engage with and learn from India’s vast historical and cultural wealth.
Keywords :
Digital Humanities, Cultural Heritage, Digital Preservation.
