Author: Avijit Sahoo
DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.70798/Bijmrd/04010052
Abstract: Local culture and cultural heritage represent the identity, traditions, languages, and history of a community. However, globalization, urbanization, and modernization have put many local traditions and cultural practices at risk of disappearing. In this context, digital technology has emerged as a powerful tool for preserving and protecting cultural heritage. This seminar explores the role of digital technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital archives, in the preservation of local culture. Artificial Intelligence helps in documenting, analyzing, and restoring cultural materials such as old manuscripts, photographs, artworks, and traditional music. AI-based tools can also help preserve endangered languages by recording, translating, and analyzing speech patterns. Digital archives provide a secure platform for storing and organizing cultural date in digital formats, ensuring long-term preservation and easy accessibility for researchers, students, and the general public. Furthermore, technologies such as 3D scanning, virtual reality, and online databases allow the digital reconstruction of historical monuments, artifacts, and cultural sites. These technologies not only protect cultural heritage from physical damage but also make it accessible to people around the world through virtual museums and digital exhibitions. Despite these advantages, challenges such as lack of technological infrastructure, digital literacy, and funding may hinder the implementation of digital preservation initiatives, especially in rural areas. Therefore, collaboration between governments, cultural institutions, and technology experts is essential. Digital Technology, supported by AI and digital archiving systems, offers innovative and effective solutions for safeguarding local culture and cultural heritage for future generations.
Keywords: Digital Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cultural Heritage, Digital Archives, Virtual Museums, Local Culture.
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