Raghu Rai and India’s photographic heritage
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In the news
The Prime Minister paid tribute following photographer Raghu Rai’s death.
Key facts
- The official message recognised his documentation of diverse Indian life.
Why it matters for UPSC
Editorial analysis: Use the occasion to consider photography as cultural documentation.
Original source: Press Information BureauSource date: 2026-04-26
Mains practice
What role does photography play in preserving cultural memory?