Intangible Cultural Heritage — Landmark Events

Landmark Events

S.R. Bommai v. Union of India

1994

The Supreme Court emphasized that secularism includes respect for all cultural traditions and that the state has a duty to preserve India's composite culture. This judgment…

Koodiyattam Preservation Society v. State of Kerala

2008

Kerala High Court specifically addressed intangible heritage protection, emphasizing state responsibility for preserving traditional performing arts and providing institutional…

Nandini Sundar v. State of Chhattisgarh

2011

Supreme Court recognized tribal cultural rights and traditional practices as fundamental to community identity. The judgment emphasized protection of indigenous knowledge systems…