26th International Congress of Orientalists, New Delhi
Technical Data
| Date of Issue | January 4, 1964 |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 15 nP |
| Quantity | 2500000 |
| Perforation | comb 13 x 13½ |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Nashik |
| Watermark | Asokan Capital Multiple [Up] |
| Colors | Deep ultramarine |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 365 Stamp Number IN 381 Yvert et Tellier IN 166 Stanley Gibbons IN 479 |
| Themes | Conferences | Gods and goddesses | religion | Statues | |
The message announces the convening of the XXVI International Congress of Orientalists in New Delhi on January 4, 1964. Originating in Paris in 1873, subsequent sessions have been held every three or four years in various cities worldwide. The Congress attracts participants from diverse fields such as history, philosophy, philology, archaeology, economics, anthropology, comparative religion, and art, among others.
The primary objective of the Congress is to present and discuss research findings in Oriental antiquities, showcasing the rich cultures of ancient Asia and Africa and revealing their historical contributions to global civilization. Deliberations will focus on advancements in research across various aspects of Oriental heritage.
Divided into ten principal sections covering fields from Egyptology and Indology to Islamic and African studies, the Congress provides a platform for scholars to exchange ideas and insights.
To commemorate the convening of the Congress in India, the Posts and Telegraphs Department is issuing a special stamp featuring the motif of “DIPA-LAKSHMI,” a bronze figure symbolizing the spirit of illumination through study and investigation.