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Vice President Unveils 16 Books on Tamil Heritage

5 March 20261 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSVice PresidentUnveils 16 Bookson Tamil Heritage5 March 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

In March 2026, the Vice President released sixteen books highlighting Tamil scholars and the region’s heritage.

Key facts

  • 16 books were released by the Vice President.
  • Publisher: Publications Division, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
  • Language: mostly Tamil.
  • Subjects: Rameswaram, Sri Ramanuja, Tamil temple architecture and ancient traditions.

Purpose

The programme is meant to protect and spread awareness of India’s rich cultural and literary heritage.

Exam angle

  • Number of books: 16.
  • Publishing agency: Publications Division under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
  • Topic cluster: Tamil scholars, Rameswaram, Sri Ramanuja, temple architecture.

Test yourself

1. How many books on Tamil scholars and heritage did the Vice President release in March 2026?

Sixteen books were released.

2. Which body published the 16 books on Tamil scholars and heritage released by the Vice President?

They came from the Publications Division of the I&B Ministry.

3. The Publications Division, which published these Tamil heritage books, works under which ministry?

It is part of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.