Indian Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Development: A Socio-Economic Perspective
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Indian Cultural Heritage, socio-economic, sustainable development, policy frameworkAbstract
Indian cultural heritage and sustainable development are significant to the study of Indian culture that uses technology to promote Indian cultural identity and tourism. Indian culture played an important role in shaping the country’s social and economic development. This paper aims to examine the relationship between Indian cultural heritage and sustainable development from a socio-economic perspective. The study follows the qualitative research methods based on secondary data, including scholarly literature, government reports, and international policy frameworks related to culture and sustainability. The paper argues that India’s cultural heritage contributes to sustainable development through the generation of livelihood, promoting inclusive growth, strengthening social cohesion, and supporting environmentally sustainable practices through traditional identity and knowledge systems. Based on the sectors such as heritage tourism/cultural tourism, handicrafts, performing arts (dance, singing, and drama), and indigenous practices, they are analyzed to emphasize India’s socio-economic impact at local and national levels. The findings suggest that integrating cultural heritage development planning not only preserves cultural identity but also encourages economic resilience and community participation. The study concludes that Indian cultural heritage serves as a sustainable resource that may effectively support socio-economic development when combined with inclusive policies, community engagement, and responsible governance.
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