UNESCO World Heritage Sites MCQs

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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.

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Question #121
Which site is associated with the Pallava dynasty?
A. Hampi
B. Khajuraho
C. Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram
D. Pattadakal
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) in Tamil Nadu features Pallava rock-cut monuments.
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Question #122
Great Himalayan National Park is in which state?
A. Jammu and Kashmir
B. Uttarakhand
C. Himachal Pradesh
D. Sikkim
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It is located in Himachal Pradesh.
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Question #123
The Churches and Convents of Goa represent influence of which colonial power?
A. French
B. Portuguese
C. British
D. Dutch
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
They reflect Portuguese colonial architecture.
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Question #124
Which of the following is the latest addition mentioned among cultural sites?
A. Maratha Military Landscapes
B. Taj Mahal
C. Qutb Minar
D. Ajanta Caves
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Maratha Military Landscapes were inscribed in 2025.
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Question #125
Mahabodhi Temple Complex is in:
A. Kushinagar
B. Bodh Gaya
C. Lumbini
D. Sarnath
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Bodh Gaya in Bihar is where Buddha attained enlightenment.
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Question #126
Hill Forts of Rajasthan include how many forts?
A. 6
B. 7
C. 5
D. 4
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The serial site includes six forts such as Amber, Chittorgarh, etc.
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Question #127
The Architectural Work of Le Corbusier in India is located in:
A. Mumbai
B. Delhi
C. Ahmedabad
D. Chandigarh
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Capitol Complex in Chandigarh is part of this transnational site.
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Question #128
Which natural site was once listed as endangered?
A. Manas Wildlife Sanctuary
B. Nanda Devi
C. Keoladeo National Park
D. Western Ghats
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Manas was listed as endangered due to poaching and conflict.
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Question #129
Pattadakal Group of Monuments is in:
A. Karnataka
B. Andhra Pradesh
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Telangana
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Pattadakal features Chalukyan temples.
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Question #130
The total number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India across all categories is:
A. 45
B. 44
C. 43
D. 42
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
44 sites in total as of 2026.
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Question #131
Historic City of Ahmadabad was inscribed in:
A. 2018
B. 2016
C. 2017
D. 2015
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It is one of the walled city heritage sites.
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Question #132
Which site is known for its floating phumdis?
A. Sundarbans
B. Manas
C. Kaziranga
D. Keibul Lamjao
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Keibul Lamjao in Manipur is associated with Loktak Lake.
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Question #133
Qutb Minar and its Monuments are in:
A. Delhi
B. Hyderabad
C. Jaipur
D. Agra
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Qutb Minar is in Delhi.
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Question #134
The Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas were inscribed in:
A. 2021
B. 2023
C. 2024
D. 2022
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
They were added in 2023.
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Question #135
Which park is known for Siberian cranes in winter?
A. Sundarbans
B. Kaziranga
C. Keoladeo National Park
D. Manas
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Keoladeo is a wetland famous for migratory birds.
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Question #136
Dholavira is a UNESCO site representing which civilization?
A. Harappan
B. Gupta
C. Mauryan
D. Vedic
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It is an important Harappan site in Gujarat.
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Question #137
The only mixed site in India is associated with which mountain?
A. Kanchenjunga
B. Nanda Devi
C. Mount Everest
D. Khangchendzonga
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Khangchendzonga is the third highest mountain.
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Question #138
Elephanta Caves are situated in which state?
A. Maharashtra
B. Goa
C. Kerala
D. Karnataka
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
They are near Mumbai in Maharashtra.
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Question #139
Which site includes the Brihadeeswarar Temple?
A. Mahabalipuram
B. Hoysala Ensembles
C. Pattadakal
D. Great Living Chola Temples
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It is part of the Chola temples in Tamil Nadu.
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Question #140
Fatehpur Sikri was founded by:
A. Shah Jahan
B. Babur
C. Aurangzeb
D. Akbar
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Akbar established Fatehpur Sikri as his capital.
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