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Intangible Cultural Heritage (Protection) Act, 2006
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About — Intangible Cultural Heritage (Protection) Act, 2006
The Intangible Cultural Heritage (Protection) Act, 2006 is Indian legislation aimed at safeguarding non‑material cultural expressions such as rituals, performing arts, and traditional knowledge. It establishes a National Registry and empowers communities to preserve and transmit these practices, reinforcing cultural diversity. For example, the act helped document and protect the traditional folk dance Chhau of West Bengal.