Context: Recently, the Union Budget 2025-26 has introduced the ‘Gyan Bharatam Mission’.

About Gyan Bharatam Mission

• The Gyan Bharatam Mission has been launched to conduct a comprehensive survey, documentation, and conservation of India’s rich manuscript heritage. 

• It aims to cover over one crore manuscripts spread across academic institutions, museums, libraries, and private collections.

• A significant aspect of the Gyan Bharatam Mission is the establishment of the National Digital Repository of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS). 

• This digital platform will serve as a comprehensive resource for archiving and sharing traditional wisdom, making it accessible to researchers, students, and institutions worldwide.

• By integrating India’s ancient knowledge—spanning fields such as Ayurveda, mathematics, astronomy, linguistics, and philosophy with modern education and technology, the mission aims to encourage research, innovation, and sustainable development.