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Which of the following best describes the primary threat to intangible cultural heritage that the UNESCO convention seeks to address?
Which of the following best describes the primary threat to intangible cultural heritage that the UNESCO convention seeks to address?
- Lack of government funding for cultural preservation efforts.
- Natural disasters destroying historical sites.
- The increasing popularity of digital art forms.
- Globalization and worldwide communication. (correct)
What is the main purpose of the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity?
What is the main purpose of the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity?
- To raise awareness about the importance of intangible cultural heritage and its transmission to younger generations. (correct)
- To document all known forms of intangible cultural heritage worldwide.
- To secure funding for urgent safeguarding of endangered cultural practices.
- To establish legal protections for cultural heritage against commercial exploitation.
Which entity is primarily responsible for deciding whether an element is inscribed on either of the Intangible Cultural Heritage lists?
Which entity is primarily responsible for deciding whether an element is inscribed on either of the Intangible Cultural Heritage lists?
- The United Nations General Assembly.
- The cultural ministry of the state proposing the element.
- A committee of 24 state parties elected by the General Assembly. (correct)
- UNESCO's Director-General.
Why is obtaining free, prior, and informed consent from the involved communities crucial when proposing an element for inscription?
Why is obtaining free, prior, and informed consent from the involved communities crucial when proposing an element for inscription?
What is a key difference between the Urgent Safeguarding List and the Representative List?
What is a key difference between the Urgent Safeguarding List and the Representative List?
A state proposes an element for inscription, but the committee finds that the proposal does not adequately demonstrate the community's free, prior, and informed consent. What is the likely outcome?
A state proposes an element for inscription, but the committee finds that the proposal does not adequately demonstrate the community's free, prior, and informed consent. What is the likely outcome?
A local community wishes to revive a dying art form. According to the Convention, which list would be most appropriate to initially propose the element for, and why?
A local community wishes to revive a dying art form. According to the Convention, which list would be most appropriate to initially propose the element for, and why?
How does the Convention support States in their efforts to safeguard intangible heritage at the national level?
How does the Convention support States in their efforts to safeguard intangible heritage at the national level?
If a State Party believes that a particular element of its intangible cultural heritage is facing severe threats and requires international assistance, which action should it take?
If a State Party believes that a particular element of its intangible cultural heritage is facing severe threats and requires international assistance, which action should it take?
What role do communities play in the process of proposing an element for inscription on the Intangible Cultural Heritage lists?
What role do communities play in the process of proposing an element for inscription on the Intangible Cultural Heritage lists?
An element nominated for inscription on either list must meet specific criteria. What is the primary purpose of these criteria?
An element nominated for inscription on either list must meet specific criteria. What is the primary purpose of these criteria?
How does inscription on the Representative List contribute to the safeguarding of intangible cultural heritage?
How does inscription on the Representative List contribute to the safeguarding of intangible cultural heritage?
What might be a long-term consequence if a State repeatedly fails to demonstrate community consent in its nominations?
What might be a long-term consequence if a State repeatedly fails to demonstrate community consent in its nominations?
Besides States Parties, which group's active participation is essential for the successful safeguarding of intangible cultural heritage under the Convention?
Besides States Parties, which group's active participation is essential for the successful safeguarding of intangible cultural heritage under the Convention?
How does the Convention address the potential negative impacts of globalization on intangible cultural heritage?
How does the Convention address the potential negative impacts of globalization on intangible cultural heritage?
Which of the following activities would be considered as ‘safeguarding’ intangible cultural heritage, according to the Convention?
Which of the following activities would be considered as ‘safeguarding’ intangible cultural heritage, according to the Convention?
Why is it important for States nominating an element to demonstrate that it constitutes 'intangible cultural heritage'?
Why is it important for States nominating an element to demonstrate that it constitutes 'intangible cultural heritage'?
The elected committee, responsible for decision-making, consists of how many State Parties?
The elected committee, responsible for decision-making, consists of how many State Parties?
What happens after an element is inscribed on the Urgent Safeguarding List?
What happens after an element is inscribed on the Urgent Safeguarding List?
Why might targeting the younger generation be an important consideration when proposing an element to the Representative List?
Why might targeting the younger generation be an important consideration when proposing an element to the Representative List?
Flashcards
Safeguarding Convention
Safeguarding Convention
Aims to protect endangered expressions of intangible heritage, facing threats from globalization.
UNESCO's role
UNESCO's role
An international organization responsible for administrating the safeguarding of intangible heritage.
Convention's function
Convention's function
Enables countries to implement national measures and inscribe cultural elements on lists for protection and promotion.
Urgent Safeguarding List
Urgent Safeguarding List
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Representative List focus
Representative List focus
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Element Proposals: Community consent
Element Proposals: Community consent
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Decision-making body
Decision-making body
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Why might an element be rejected?
Why might an element be rejected?
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Inscription requirement
Inscription requirement
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Study Notes
- The Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity aims to protect endangered expressions of intangible heritage.
- Globalization and worldwide communication threaten fragile heritage.
- UNESCO is responsible for safeguarding intangible heritage.
- The convention helps states take national measures to protect intangible heritage.
- It allows for the inscription of elements on lists to highlight and protect them.
Lists Under the Convention
- There are two lists: one for elements in need of urgent safeguarding and another for representative elements of humanity's intangible heritage.
- The Urgent Safeguarding List is crucial.
- States propose elements for inscription, requiring international community attention and funding.
- Urgent safeguarding plans are foreseen by proposing States.
Representative List
- The Representative List raises awareness about the importance of intangible cultural heritage.
- It targets the younger generation to ensure the vitality and transmission of these elements.
Element Proposals
- States propose elements, ensuring the free, prior, and informed consent of the communities involved.
- Elements must be proposed with the full participation of the communities in the safeguarding plan.
Decision-Making
- 24 state parties elected by the general assembly decide on inscriptions.
- The elected members sit on a committee.
- An element's nomination must meet specific criteria to be inscribed.
- The committee verifies that every criterion is met.
- Lack of demonstrated informed consent from the community can lead to rejection.
- Elements are inscribed only if they are intangible cultural heritage.
- There are five criteria for each list.
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