UNESCO Convention on the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Mongolia.
Author(s)
Title
UNESCO Convention on the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Mongolia.
Alternative Title
Биет бус өвийг хамгаалах тухай ЮНЕСКО-ийн конвенц Монголд
Publication Type
Language
mon
Number of Pages
6
Location
Mongolia
Keywords
UNESCO convention
Law
Policy
Intangible cultural heritage
Challenges
Relevance to ICH Safeguarding
ICH Genre
Description
This report outlines the author's suggestions regarding the current status of implementing the UNESCO Convention on the Protection of Intangible Heritage in Mongolia, the challenges faced, and the necessary measures for future action. In the 20th century, Mongolia resisted the introduction of "Nationalism," which sought to eliminate traditional cultures and practices under the guise of labeling them as "old," "backward," "religious," or "superstitious" (such as shamanism) to promote the "New Proletarian Culture" aligned with global communist ideology. This campaign significantly contributed to the decline of traditional culture and knowledge. Additionally, the ongoing phenomenon of globalization has further marginalized traditional customs, ceremonies, and festivals. Since 1990, Mongolia has opened up to the world and embarked on a new developmental path. National pride has been revived, and conducive social conditions have been established for the preservation of traditional cultural heritage. Notably, the Parliament has passed the "Protection of Cultural Heritage" law and has joined UNESCO conventions aimed at safeguarding cultural heritage. The implementation of the National Program for the Development of Folk Art has also been a significant step in this direction. To effectively implement the Convention on the Protection of Intangible Heritage, it is essential to identify and report on relevant non-governmental organizations (NGOs), register NGOs active in this field, and obtain their accreditation from UNESCO. Additionally, heritage sites must be nominated for UNESCO recognition, and comprehensive plans must be developed and executed at the national level.
Book/Journal Title
Publisher
International Institute for the Study of Nomadic Civilizations
Place of Publication
Mongolia
Date of Publication
2010
Pages
13-18
Academic Field
heritage management
Community/Ethnic Group
Mongolia
Active Contribution
Mongolia, FY 2024