UNESCO did not designate India's national anthem, 'Jana Gana Mana', as the best anthem globally
In a recent resurgence of an old misconception, a Facebook post has been circulating, claiming that India's National Anthem, 'Jana Gana Mana', has been declared by UNESCO as the best anthem in the world. However, this claim is false, as per UNESCO's official stance.
A search on Google can lead you to the 2008 India Today news article that debunked this claim back in 2008. The article stated that the claim was unfounded and not supported by any official documentation from UNESCO.
An archived version of the disputed post can be found, indicating that this misinformation has been shared on Facebook for at least 11 years. The misinformation about the national anthem has been consistently debunked, yet it continues to be shared on the platform.
It's important to note that the document mentioning 'Jana Gana Mana' being declared as the world's best anthem by UNESCO is listed as a favorite rumor on the UNESCO website. This rumor, along with others such as Holocaust denial, has been found to go viral in recent years, with significant attention noted around 2023 and beyond, as highlighted in a UNESCO study on Holocaust distortion and denial on social media platforms.
The UNESCO website contains a document addressing various rumors and fake news. It is always recommended to fact-check information before sharing it online to prevent the spread of misinformation.
So, let's take a moment to correct this misconception and remind everyone that 'Jana Gana Mana', our national anthem, is a source of pride and unity for Indians, but it has not been declared the best anthem in the world by UNESCO.
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