Manas and Mahabharata Centre Opens in Bishkek
Why in the news
The two countries opened a joint research centre in Bishkek and published a first Hindi version of Manas, boosting cultural ties.
Key facts
- Centre name: International Centre for Civilizational Studies, themed on Manas and the Mahabharata.
- Aim: comparative research, academic cooperation and safeguarding common heritage.
- Manas: one of the longest epics in the world; it follows the legendary warrior Manas.
About Kyrgyzstan
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capital | Bishkek |
| Currency | Som |
| Region | Central Asia |
| Neighbours | Kazakhstan, China, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan |
Exam angle
- Location of the new centre: Bishkek.
- UNESCO-listed epic: Manas.