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 #31
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Which state has the maximum number of UNESCO World Heritage sites in India?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Maharashtra has one of the highest numbers of UNESCO World Heritage sites in India.
Maharashtra has one of the highest numbers of UNESCO World Heritage sites in India.
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Question #32
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Which is the UNESCO World Heritage site known as the 'Baby Taj'?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula in Agra is often referred to as 'Baby Taj' due to its delicate marble work.
The Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula in Agra is often referred to as 'Baby Taj' due to its delicate marble work.
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Question #33
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Which of the following is a cultural site in India recognized by UNESCO?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Agra Fort, Taj Mahal, and Fatehpur Sikri are all individual UNESCO Cultural World Heritage sites.
Agra Fort, Taj Mahal, and Fatehpur Sikri are all individual UNESCO Cultural World Heritage sites.
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Question #34
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The 'Manas Wildlife Sanctuary' is primarily famous for:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Manas Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its tiger population and rare wild water buffalo.
Manas Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its tiger population and rare wild water buffalo.
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Question #35
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Santiniketan, inscribed as a UNESCO site in 2023, is located in which state?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Santiniketan, founded by Rabindranath Tagore, is in West Bengal.
Santiniketan, founded by Rabindranath Tagore, is in West Bengal.
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Question #36
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The 'Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas' inscribed in 2023 include which temples?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Hoysala temples at Belur, Halebidu, and Somanathapura were collectively inscribed as a UNESCO site in 2023.
The Hoysala temples at Belur, Halebidu, and Somanathapura were collectively inscribed as a UNESCO site in 2023.
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Question #37
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Which Indian city was known as the 'Walled City of Jaipur' and listed as a UNESCO site in 2019?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Jaipur city (Walled City) was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2019.
Jaipur city (Walled City) was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2019.
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Question #38
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The 'Keoladeo' National Park was formerly known as:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Keoladeo National Park was formerly known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.
Keoladeo National Park was formerly known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.
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Question #39
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Which of the following is a natural UNESCO site?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Great Himalayan, Kaziranga, and Sundarbans are all natural UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Great Himalayan, Kaziranga, and Sundarbans are all natural UNESCO World Heritage sites.
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Question #40
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The UNESCO World Heritage site 'Dholavira' is located in:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Dholavira is a significant Harappan site located in the Rann of Kutch, Gujarat.
Dholavira is a significant Harappan site located in the Rann of Kutch, Gujarat.
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