BRICS Network University Governing Board backs Traditional and Indigenous Knowledge Systems as new theme
The Ministry of Education convened the virtual International Governing Board meeting of the BRICS Network University on 21 July 2026, after the first BRICS NU conference on Traditional and Indigenous Knowledge Systems on 20 July.
Summary
The BRICS Network University's International Governing Board (IGB) met virtually on 21 July 2026 under India's BRICS Presidency, a day after the BRICS NU Conference on Traditional and Indigenous Knowledge Systems, the first conference of its kind under the BRICS NU framework. The BRICS NU Governing Board meeting was inaugurated by Ministry of Education Joint Secretary Dr K. M. Praphullachandra Sharma, and Prof. Sudarshan Kumar, Dean (International Relations), IIT Bombay, presented an overview of the network. The proposal to add Traditional and Indigenous Knowledge Systems as a new International Thematic Group received broad support, and the Board also reviewed the BRICS NU Action Plan (2025â2028) and adopted a declaration.
Key facts
- IGB meeting
- 21 July 2026, virtual
- Conference
- 20 July 2026 â Traditional and Indigenous Knowledge Systems (first under BRICS NU)
- Inaugurated by
- Dr K. M. Praphullachandra Sharma, Joint Secretary, MoE
- Overview by
- Prof. Sudarshan Kumar, IIT Bombay
- Proposal
- Traditional and Indigenous Knowledge Systems as a new International Thematic Group
- Action Plan
- 2025â2028
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Which new International Thematic Group was proposed under the BRICS Network University in July 2026?
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Correct answer: A â Traditional and Indigenous Knowledge Systems
The IGB deliberated on adding Traditional and Indigenous Knowledge Systems as a new International Thematic Group; the proposal received broad support.
Which BRICS Network University Action Plan did the International Governing Board review in July 2026?
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Correct answer: B â 2025â2028
The Board reviewed the BRICS Network University Action Plan (2025â2028).