Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), New Delhi

Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), New Delhi is a premier government-funded arts organization in India. It is an autonomous institute under the Union Ministry of Culture. The Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts was launched on 19 Gandhi National Centre for Arts was launched on 19 November 1985 by Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi. IGNCA is envisioned as a center for the study and experience of arts in the field of creative literature - written and oral; visual arts inclusive of architecture, sculpture, painting and graphics to general material culture, photography and film; and performing arts of music, dance and theatre. The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts Trust was constituted and registered in New Delhi on 24 March 1987. The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) is envisioned as an institution dedicated to the study and exploration of various art forms. It emphasizes on the interconnectedness of different art forms within the broader context of human culture, society, and nature. In recognition of the importance of preserving India's diverse art and culture, the IGNCA serves as a valuable resource center for various art forms, including written, oral, and visual materials. Through collaborative efforts with organizations like the UNDP, the center employs multimedia computer technology to develop software packages that convey cultural information. This technology allows users to interact with audio, text, graphics, animation, and video in a non-linear manner on a computer platform. ...view more