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Origin of Indian Culture Panel
Why is it in News?
- Union Ministry considering the reconstitution of ‘Origin of Indian Culture Panel’ due to failure of submission of report till date.
Origin of Indian Culture Panel
- It was formed in 2016.
- It has objective of ‘holistic study of origin and evolution of Indian culture since 12000 years ago’.
- Criticism:
(1) It has been criticized since inception due to its composition which lacks diverse background members.
(2) It didn’t have members from Dalit and minorities.
(3) It also didn’t have woman member.
(4) It is also criticized on the ground of attempt to rewrite history from Hindutva perspective.