When was Cuju approved by the State Council to be included in the national intangible cultural heritage list?

Cuju, as one of the traditional sports in China, was approved by the State Council on May 20th, 2006 to be included in the national intangible cultural heritage list.

Cuju is a traditional sport in ancient China, which has a long history and cultural value. Cuju has been one of people's favorite forms of entertainment since ancient times, and it is also a kind of sports to show physical quality and skills. In modern times, although Cuju is no longer a mainstream sport, it still attracts people's attention because of its unique cultural connotation and historical value. On May 20th, 2006, according to the relevant provisions of the Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) on the Protection of Intangible Cultural Heritage, the State Council listed Cuju as a national intangible cultural heritage. This decision formally confirmed the important position and value of Cuju in the cultural field of China. It is worth mentioning that the protection of Cuju intangible cultural heritage has been further strengthened at this time. Governments and social organizations at all levels actively participated in the inheritance and protection of Cuju culture, and carried out a series of research, protection and inheritance work, including restoring historical sites, launching Cuju competitions and publicity activities, which made positive contributions to the development and growth of Cuju culture.

Is cuju culture also concerned around the world? Yes, Cuju, as one of the traditional sports in China, has attracted worldwide attention. In recent years, scholars and enthusiasts in some countries and regions have begun to study and promote Cuju culture, and held a series of related competitions and activities.

Cuju, as one of China's traditional sports, was listed in the national intangible cultural heritage list in 2006, which officially confirmed its important position and value in China's cultural field. Governments at all levels and social organizations actively participated in the protection and inheritance of Cuju culture and made positive contributions to its development and growth. At the same time, Cuju culture has attracted worldwide attention and become a part of the world cultural heritage.

Legal basis:

Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) on the Protection of Intangible Cultural Heritage Article 23 The cultural administrative department of the State Council shall, in accordance with the provisions of this Law, organize the compilation and publication of a list of intangible cultural heritage and submit it to the State Council for approval.