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UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Exploring the Gems of Cultural Heritage

Description: UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Exploring the Gems of Cultural Heritage
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Which of these is NOT a UNESCO World Heritage Site in India?

  1. Taj Mahal

  2. Red Fort

  3. Qutub Minar

  4. Victoria Memorial


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Victoria Memorial is not a UNESCO World Heritage Site in India.

The Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in which city?

  1. Agra

  2. Delhi

  3. Jaipur

  4. Mumbai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal is located in Agra, India.

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in India is known for its intricate carvings and sculptures?

  1. Konark Sun Temple

  2. Khajuraho Temples

  3. Ajanta Caves

  4. Ellora Caves


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Khajuraho Temples are known for their intricate carvings and sculptures.

Which of these is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in India that showcases Buddhist rock-cut cave temples?

  1. Ajanta Caves

  2. Ellora Caves

  3. Elephanta Caves

  4. Udaigiri Caves


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ajanta Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site in India that showcases Buddhist rock-cut cave temples.

The Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was built by which Mughal emperor?

  1. Shah Jahan

  2. Akbar

  3. Aurangzeb

  4. Jahangir


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Red Fort was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan.

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in India is known for its stunning frescoes and paintings?

  1. Ajanta Caves

  2. Ellora Caves

  3. Elephanta Caves

  4. Bagh Caves


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ajanta Caves are known for their stunning frescoes and paintings.

The Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in which city?

  1. Delhi

  2. Agra

  3. Jaipur

  4. Mumbai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Qutub Minar is located in Delhi, India.

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in India is known for its intricate stepwells?

  1. Rani ki Vav

  2. Chand Baori

  3. Agrasen ki Baoli

  4. Adalaj Stepwell


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rani ki Vav is known for its intricate stepwells.

The Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are located on which island?

  1. Elephanta Island

  2. Salsette Island

  3. Diu Island

  4. Majuli Island


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Elephanta Caves are located on Elephanta Island.

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in India is known for its ancient Buddhist stupas?

  1. Sanchi Stupa

  2. Bharhut Stupa

  3. Amaravati Stupa

  4. Nagarjunakonda Stupa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sanchi Stupa is known for its ancient Buddhist stupas.

The Great Living Chola Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are located in which state?

  1. Tamil Nadu

  2. Karnataka

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Kerala


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Great Living Chola Temples are located in Tamil Nadu, India.

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in India is known for its stunning mountain railways?

  1. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway

  2. Nilgiri Mountain Railway

  3. Kalka-Shimla Railway

  4. Matheran Hill Railway


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is known for its stunning mountain railways.

The Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in which state?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park is located in Gujarat, India.

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in India is known for its ancient rock-cut temples?

  1. Mahabalipuram

  2. Hampi

  3. Pattadakal

  4. Badami Caves


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahabalipuram is known for its ancient rock-cut temples.

The Humayun's Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in which city?

  1. Delhi

  2. Agra

  3. Jaipur

  4. Mumbai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Humayun's Tomb is located in Delhi, India.

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