Question 1

The Ajanta Caves, known for their ancient Buddhist paintings, are located in which state of India?

Accepted Answer

Maharashtra. The Ajanta Caves are located in the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra. These 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments date from the 2nd century BCE to about 480 CE. They were among the first Indian sites to be included in the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1983.

Question 2

In which city is the famous 'Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles' UNESCO site located?

Accepted Answer

Mumbai. This site represents a collection of 19th-century Victorian Gothic revival public buildings and 20th-century Art Deco buildings in Mumbai. It was inscribed on the UNESCO list in 2018. The buildings are located around the historic Oval Maidan.

Question 3

The Sun Temple, a 13th-century monument built in the shape of a giant chariot, is situated in which state?

Accepted Answer

Odisha. The Sun Temple is located in Konark, Odisha, and is dedicated to the Hindu sun god Surya. It was built by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty. The temple is famous for its stone wheels, pillars, and walls.

Question 4

Which of the following is the first mixed (natural and cultural) UNESCO World Heritage Site in India?

Accepted Answer

Khangchendzonga National Park. Khangchendzonga National Park in Sikkim was declared a mixed site in 2016. It includes a unique diversity of plains, valleys, lakes, glaciers, and spectacular snow-capped mountains. It also holds deep cultural significance for the local communities.

Question 5

The 'Mountain Railways of India' site includes the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, and which other railway?

Accepted Answer

Kalka-Shimla Railway. The UNESCO site 'Mountain Railways of India' comprises three specific narrow-gauge lines. These railways represent bold engineering solutions to establish effective rail links through rugged mountainous terrain. They were built between the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

UNESCO Sites — Set 1