UNESCO World Heritage Sites MCQs
Practice UNESCO World Heritage Sites MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering cultural sites, natural heritage sites, mixed heritage sites, UNESCO-recognized landmarks, monuments and important world heritage locations frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.
Question #41
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Which site in Bihar is a UNESCO World Heritage site?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Both the Mahabodhi Temple and the Nalanda Mahavihara in Bihar are inscribed as UNESCO sites.
Both the Mahabodhi Temple and the Nalanda Mahavihara in Bihar are inscribed as UNESCO sites.
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Question #42
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Which temple in Telangana was inscribed as a UNESCO site in 2021?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Kakatiya Rudreshwara (Ramappa) Temple is the UNESCO site in Telangana.
The Kakatiya Rudreshwara (Ramappa) Temple is the UNESCO site in Telangana.
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Question #43
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The 'Nanda Devi' National Park is located in:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Nanda Devi National Park is located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand.
Nanda Devi National Park is located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand.
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Question #44
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The 'Western Ghats' covers how many Indian states?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Western Ghats UNESCO site spans six states: Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra, and Gujarat.
The Western Ghats UNESCO site spans six states: Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra, and Gujarat.
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Question #45
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Which architecture is best associated with the 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus'?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The CSMT building is a classic example of Victorian Gothic Revival architecture.
The CSMT building is a classic example of Victorian Gothic Revival architecture.
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Question #46
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Which site in India was the most recent addition (up to 2024)?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Santiniketan and the Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas were the latest major additions in 2023.
Santiniketan and the Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas were the latest major additions in 2023.
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Question #47
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The 'Group of Monuments at Pattadakal' is in:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Pattadakal is located in Karnataka and is known for its Chalukyan temples.
Pattadakal is located in Karnataka and is known for its Chalukyan temples.
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Question #48
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The Taj Mahal was inscribed as a UNESCO site in:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Taj Mahal was one of the first sites inscribed by UNESCO in 1983.
The Taj Mahal was one of the first sites inscribed by UNESCO in 1983.
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Question #49
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Which of these is a site in Rajasthan?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
All these are UNESCO World Heritage sites located in Rajasthan.
All these are UNESCO World Heritage sites located in Rajasthan.
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Question #50
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Which UNESCO site is in Uttarakhand?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Both Valley of Flowers and Nanda Devi National Parks are UNESCO sites.
Both Valley of Flowers and Nanda Devi National Parks are UNESCO sites.
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Question #51
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The 'Great Living Chola Temples' represent the architecture of:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
As the name suggests, they represent the Chola Empire architecture.
As the name suggests, they represent the Chola Empire architecture.
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Question #52
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Which state hosts the 'Manas Wildlife Sanctuary'?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Manas Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Assam.
Manas Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Assam.
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Question #53
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The UNESCO site 'Fatehpur Sikri' is known for:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Fatehpur Sikri was built by Akbar as his capital and is famous for its Mughal architecture.
Fatehpur Sikri was built by Akbar as his capital and is famous for its Mughal architecture.
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Question #54
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UNESCO 'Intangible' Heritage sites include:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Yoga, Kumbh Mela, and Durga Puja are all on India's UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
Yoga, Kumbh Mela, and Durga Puja are all on India's UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
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Question #55
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Which organization defines UNESCO World Heritage sites?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) manages the list.
UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) manages the list.
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Question #56
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Which of the following is not in India?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Angkor Wat is a world-famous site but is located in Cambodia.
Angkor Wat is a world-famous site but is located in Cambodia.
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Question #57
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Which state has the most natural UNESCO sites?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Assam has multiple major natural UNESCO World Heritage sites like Kaziranga and Manas.
Assam has multiple major natural UNESCO World Heritage sites like Kaziranga and Manas.
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Question #58
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UNESCO World Heritage sites can be:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
UNESCO sites are classified into cultural, natural, or mixed categories.
UNESCO sites are classified into cultural, natural, or mixed categories.
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Question #59
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The 'Nanda Devi' Park is a UNESCO site in:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Nanda Devi is in Uttarakhand.
Nanda Devi is in Uttarakhand.
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Question #60
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Which was the 40th UNESCO site in India (in 2021)?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Both sites added in 2021 pushed the list to 40.
Both sites added in 2021 pushed the list to 40.
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