| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Italy becomes the first country to receive UNESCO recognition for its entire national cuisine. |
| UNESCO Recognition | Inscribed on the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in December 2025. |
| Announcement | Made during UNESCO's cultural assembly in Delhi. |
| Scope | Recognizes Italian cuisine as a whole, including pasta, cheese, wine, desserts, and regional food cultures. |
| Significance | Highlights food as a shared social experience and emphasizes cultural and community bonding. |
| Government Role | Supported by the government led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, which submitted the bid within five months of assuming office in October 2022. |
| Promotional Events | Included public meals and cultural gatherings, such as an open-air lunch at the Roman Forum. |
| Unique Aspect | First time UNESCO has recognized a country's entire national cuisine. |
| Previous UNESCO | Italy already has 21 elements on UNESCO's intangible heritage list, including Neapolitan pizza-making and opera singing. |
| Question | Q. Which country became the first in the world to receive UNESCO recognition for its entire national cuisine in December 2025? Ans. (B) Italy |
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