National Institute of Culture

Peruvian governmental organization

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The National Institute of Culture (Instituto Nacional de Cultura del Perú, INC) was a Peruvian governmental organization under the authority of the Ministry of Education. Its headquarters were located in the city of Lima and its rector was Cecilia Bákula. It was replaced in 2010 by the Ministry of Culture.

Objectives

The institute's objectives are to promote culture, to spread knowledge of cultural demonstrations and of national cultural heritage, to contribute to national development, and to enlist the participation of the community and private sector, and to encourage international integration. The Regulations of the Organization and Functions of the INC are defined by Supreme Decree 027-2001-ED of April 20, 2001.

Functions

Its functions are to formulate and execute the policies and strategies of the state in regards to cultural development, cultural conservation, and the diffusion and investigation of affairs related to the cultural heritage of Peru.