Anthropological Museums and Preservation of Cultural Heritage

This paper tells about the number of measures adopted to preserve the Intangible and Tangible Cultural Heritage with a list of Zonal Anthropological Museums of Anthropological Survey of India. The people of India are known for their cultural diversity and versatility in adapting to the varied ecosystem of the country. Anthropological Museums having a rich collection of ethnographic specimens, collected from different ethnic groups’ mainly tribal communities who provide the people a place for reflection on diverse cultural heritage of indigenous communities. Anthropological museum also provides a strong centre of research because it ensures the preservation and conservation of the cultural heritage of the community through the collection and care of ethnographic objects.