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India Re-Elected to UNESCO Executive Board for 2025-29 Term.

International | Dated: 03 Dec 2025

The Indian Permanent Delegation to UNESCO announced that India has been re-elected to the UNESCO Executive Board for the 2025–2029 term. The election took place during the 43rd UNESCO General Conference held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. India received overwhelming support from member states, reflecting confidence in its leadership in education, science, and culture.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The Executive Board is one of the three constitutional organs of UNESCO (others being General Conference and Secretariat) and examines the program of work and budget estimates.
  • India has been a member of UNESCO since 1946 and was first elected to the Executive Board in 1952, maintaining a strong presence ever since.
  • India’s key focus areas include the protection of intangible cultural heritage, digital inclusion, and scientific cooperation among nations.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Term: Re-elected for the 4-year term of 2025–2029.
  • Conference: 43rd General Conference held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
  • Organ: Executive Board is one of the three constitutional organs of UNESCO.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Where was the 43rd UNESCO General Conference held, during which India was re-elected to the Executive Board?

Correct Answer: Samarkand, Uzbekistan

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About UNESCO

  • HQ – Paris, France
  • Director General – Khaled El-Enany