Background
Overview
This concept is crucial for UPSC as it intersects with GS1 (Indian Heritage and Culture, its preservation and promotion), GS2 (Government policies and interventions, e-governance initiatives, role of technology in public service delivery), and GS3 (Science and Technology developments and their applications). It reflects India's commitment to safeguarding its cultural identity, enhancing public access to knowledge, and leveraging modern technology for national development.
India's rich and diverse cultural heritage, encompassing tangible assets like museum artifacts, manuscripts, and archaeological sites, faces challenges of preservation and accessibility. Digital preservation involves leveraging information and communication technologies to safeguard these invaluable assets, ensuring their longevity, wider accessibility, and dissemination for future generations and global audiences.