Abbreviation LKA Founded 11 March 1954 | ||
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Formation March 11, 1954; 62 years ago (1954-03-11) Type Non-governmental organization Profiles | ||
Krishen khanna slide lecture making of a mural chandigarh lalit kala akademi
The Lalit Kala Akademi or National Academy of Art is India's national academy of fine arts. It is an autonomous organisation, established in New Delhi in 1954 by Government of India to promote and propagate understanding of Indian art, in and outside the country.
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- Krishen khanna slide lecture making of a mural chandigarh lalit kala akademi
- Subodh gupta lecture slide show and interaction at chandigarh lalit kala akademi
- Centers
- Chairmen
- Events
- National Art Award
- References
LKA provides scholarships and a fellow program, and sponsors and organises exhibitions in India and overseas. It publishes a bilingual journal. It is funded by the Union Ministry of Culture. Its headquarters are at Ravindra Bhawan, Ferozshah Road, New Delhi. In April 2015, Government of India took over management control of Lalit Kala Akademi citing complaints regarding alleged administrative and financial irregularities in its functioning.
Subodh gupta lecture slide show and interaction at chandigarh lalit kala akademi
Centers
Chairmen
Events
On 16 September 2014, Lalit Kala Akademi's 60th anniversary was marked by an event, "Spirit of Delhi", where poets and artists showcased their exclusive artwork.
National Art Award
The National Art Award is one of the awards and honours in India and Asia awarded by Lalit Kala Akademi.