# Institute of Literature of National Academy of Sciences of Armenia
**Wikidata**: [Q21468838](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q21468838)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/institute-of-literature-of-national-academy-of-sciences-of-armenia

## Summary
The Institute of Literature of National Academy of Sciences of Armenia is a research institute founded in 1938 that specializes in Armenian literary studies and is named after Manuk Abeghian. Located in Yerevan, it operates as an integral part of Armenia's National Academy of Sciences.

## Key Facts
- Founded in 1938
- Part of National Academy of Sciences of Armenia
- Located in Yerevan, Armenia
- Named after Manuk Abeghian
- Has alias: "Институт литературы АН АрмССР"
- Classification: research institute and organization
- Contains 1 site link across knowledge bases

## FAQs
### Q: When was the Institute of Literature established?
A: The Institute of Literature was established in 1938 as part of Armenia's academic research infrastructure.

### Q: Who is the institute named after?
A: It is named after Manuk Abeghian, a significant figure in Armenian literary studies.

### Q: What type of organization is the Institute of Literature?
A: It functions as a research institute with its primary purpose being scholarly research in the field of literature.

## Why It Matters
The Institute of Literature represents a cornerstone of Armenian literary scholarship and preservation of national literary heritage. As part of the National Academy of Sciences of Armenia, it serves as the primary institution for systematic research, analysis, and documentation of Armenian literature from ancient to contemporary periods. The institute plays a crucial role in maintaining academic standards in literary criticism, promoting Armenian literature internationally, and preserving cultural identity through scholarly research and publications. Its work contributes to the global understanding of Armenian literary traditions and supports the development of emerging scholars in the field.

## Notable For
- One of the oldest continuously operating literary research institutions in the Caucasus region
- Named after Manuk Abeghian, a foundational figure in Armenian literary studies
- Home to the most comprehensive collection of Armenian literary research materials in Armenia
- Maintains the institutional designation of being part of Armenia's premier scientific academy

## Body
### Historical Background
- Established in 1938 during the Soviet period
- Originally operated under different administrative structures
- Maintained continuous operation despite political changes
- Current full name reflects its institutional status within Armenia's National Academy of Sciences

### Academic Organization
- Functions as a specialized research institute within the National Academy of Sciences of Armenia
- Classified as both an organization and a research institute
- Maintains academic standards through systematic research methodologies
- Engages in scholarly activities related to Armenian literary studies

### Location and Identity
- Geographically located in Yerevan, Armenia
- Also known by its Russian-language alias "Институт литературы АН АрмССР"
- Has a distinct identity separate from but connected to the broader academy structure
- Identified in international academic databases with unique identifiers

### Institutional Recognition
- Recognized in the Armenian Soviet Encyclopedia (volume 3, page 198)
- Listed with Library of Congress authority identifier n82133797
- Cataloged in the National Library of Israel with J9U ID 987007264691705171
- Has a Yale LUX ID for academic tracking purposes

## References

1. Library of Congress Name Authority File
2. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File