UNESCO Sites — Set 1
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Which state houses the UNESCO World Heritage site known as 'Rani-ki-Vav' (The Queen's Stepwell)?
Correct Answer: B. Gujarat
Rani-ki-Vav is located in Patan, Gujarat, on the banks of the Saraswati River. It was built as a memorial to King Bhimdev I by his widowed queen Udayamati. This stepwell is a masterpiece of Maru-Gurjara architectural style.
Which mountain railway of India was the first to be inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage site?
Correct Answer: B. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway achieved UNESCO status in 1999 for its bold engineering solutions. It operates on a narrow-gauge track and is popularly known as the 'Toy Train'. Later, two other mountain railways were added under the same listing.
In which city is the famous 'Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles' UNESCO site situated?
Correct Answer: B. Mumbai
This site in Mumbai consists of public buildings in Victorian Gothic style and 20th-century Art Deco buildings. They are located around the Oval Maidan, representing the city's urban development. Mumbai has the second-largest ensemble of Art Deco buildings in the world after Miami.
The 'Sun Temple' at Konark, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was constructed by which dynasty?
Correct Answer: A. Eastern Ganga Dynasty
The Sun Temple was built by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty in the 13th century. It is designed in the shape of a colossal chariot with 24 wheels drawn by seven horses. It is also historically known as the 'Black Pagoda' by European sailors.
Which Indian national park is a UNESCO Mixed World Heritage Site, recognized for both natural and cultural significance?
Correct Answer: B. Khangchendzonga
Khangchendzonga National Park in Sikkim is India's first and only mixed heritage site. It features the world's third-highest peak and holds deep spiritual significance for local communities. The park covers nearly 25 percent of the state of Sikkim.
Which city was the first in India to be inscribed as a 'UNESCO World Heritage City'?
Correct Answer: A. Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad was awarded the World Heritage City status in 2017 due to its historic architecture and communal living spaces called 'Pols'. The city was founded by Sultan Ahmed Shah in the 15th century. Jaipur followed as the second Indian city in this category in 2019.
The 'Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram' are primarily associated with which ancient dynasty?
Correct Answer: D. Pallavas
The correct answer is 'Pallavas'. The Pallava kings carved these rock-cut and structural monuments on the Coromandel Coast during the 7th and 8th centuries. The site is famous for the Rathas, Mandapas, and the massive relief known as 'Descent of the Ganges'. It demonstrates the transition from rock-cut to structural temple architecture.
In which state is the 'Great Himalayan National Park Conservation Area' located?
Correct Answer: C. Himachal Pradesh
This park is located in the Kullu region of Himachal Pradesh and was added to the UNESCO list in 2014. It is protected for its high-altitude biodiversity and habitats of several endangered species. The park serves as a vital source of water for several major Himalayan rivers.
The 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus' (formerly Victoria Terminus) is an example of which architectural style?
Correct Answer: D. Victorian Italianate Gothic Revival
Designed by F. W. Stevens, this iconic Mumbai building was completed in 1888 to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria. It blends Victorian Gothic revival architecture with themes derived from Indian traditional styles. It is one of the busiest railway stations in the country.
The archaeological site of 'Nalanda Mahavihara' (Nalanda University) is located in which Indian state?
Correct Answer: D. Bihar
The correct answer is 'Bihar'. Nalanda was a renowned Buddhist center of learning from the 3rd century BCE to the 13th century CE. It attracted students and scholars from all over Asia, including famous travelers like Xuanzang. The ruins include stupas, shrines, and residential buildings for monks.