Q21. The Great Himalayan National Park Conservation Area in Himachal Pradesh is recognized by UNESCO for its:
a) Mixed cultural and natural heritage
b) Exceptional biodiversity and conservation efforts
c) Ancient water management system
d) Urban architectural heritage
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Correct Answer: b) Exceptional biodiversity and conservation efforts
Q22. The Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are significant for:
a) Their medieval fortifications
b) The ancient astronomical observatory found within
c) Prehistoric cave paintings depicting early human life
d) Their traditional water management systems
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Correct Answer: c) Prehistoric cave paintings depicting early human life
Q23. Which of the following is not a criterion for the inclusion of sites in UNESCO’s World Heritage List?
a) The site must be of outstanding universal value.
b) The site must be under threat from human activities.
c) The site must represent a masterpiece of human creative genius.
d) The site must bear testimony to a cultural tradition or to a civilization.
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Correct Answer: b) The site must be under threat from human activities.
Q24. Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was the capital of which Mughal Emperor?
a) Akbar
b) Shah Jahan
c) Aurangzeb
d) Babur
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Correct Answer: a) Akbar
Q25. The “Pink City” of Jaipur was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its:
a) Exceptional urban planning and architectural style
b) Ancient water management systems
c) Prehistoric cave paintings
d) Medieval fortifications
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Correct Answer: a) Exceptional urban planning and architectural style
Q26. The Western Ghats, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are important for:
a) Their desert landscape
b) The marine biodiversity they support
c) Their exceptional biodiversity and endemic species
d) Their urban architectural heritage
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Correct Answer: c) Their exceptional biodiversity and endemic species
Q27. The Qutb Minar and its Monuments in Delhi were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for their:
a) Example of Mughal architectural innovation
b) Representation of the triumph of Christianity
c) Outstanding example of Indo-Islamic Afghan architecture
d) Ancient water management system
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Correct Answer: c) Outstanding example of Indo-Islamic Afghan architecture
Q28. The Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in which Indian state?
a) Rajasthan
b) Uttar Pradesh
c) Madhya Pradesh
d) Gujarat
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Correct Answer: b) Uttar Pradesh
Q29. The Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are famous for their:
a) Medieval fortifications
b) Rock-cut temples dedicated to Lord Shiva
c) Ancient water management systems
d) Prehistoric cave paintings
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Correct Answer: b) Rock-cut temples dedicated to Lord Shiva
Q30. The Group of Monuments at Pattadakal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is celebrated for its:
a) Unique blend of South Indian (Dravidian) and North Indian (Nagara) architectural styles
b) Ancient astronomical observatory
c) Prehistoric cave paintings
d) Medieval fortifications
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Correct Answer: a) Unique blend of South Indian (Dravidian) and North Indian (Nagara) architectural styles