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Which one of the following was the latest inclusion in the Intangible Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO?
2024Art & Culture
Which one of the following was the latest inclusion in the Intangible Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO?
Explanation
Garba dance was the latest inclusion in the Intangible Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO. Garba is a traditional dance form originating from the state of Gujarat, India, and is usually performed during the festival of Navratri. Its recognition by UNESCO highlights its cultural significance and contribution to the world's heritage.
Consider the following properties included in the World Heritage List released by UNESCO: 1. Shantiniketan 2. Rani-ki-Vav 3. Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas 4. Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodhgaya. How many of the above properties were included in 2023?
2024Art & Culture
Consider the following properties included in the World Heritage List released by UNESCO: 1. Shantiniketan 2. Rani-ki-Vav 3. Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas 4. Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodhgaya. How many of the above properties were included in 2023?
Explanation
Shantiniketan and Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodhgaya were included in the World Heritage List by UNESCO in 2023. Rani-ki-Vav and Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas were not included in that year.
Recently, which one of the following was included in the UNESCO's World Heritage list?
2009Art & Culture
Recently, which one of the following was included in the UNESCO's World Heritage list?
Explanation
The Kalka-Shimla Railway was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list on July 8, 2008 as part of the Mountain Railways of India.
Recently, the manuscripts of which one of the following have been included in the UNESCO's Memory of World Register?
2008Art & Culture
Recently, the manuscripts of which one of the following have been included in the UNESCO's Memory of World Register?
Explanation
The Rig Veda manuscripts have been chosen to be listed in the UNESCO's 'Memory of World' Register 2007.