UPSC Prelims 2005 Q39: Art & Culture – Architecture & World Heritage
Consider the following statements:
1. Champaner - Pavagadh Archaeological Park
2. Chhatrapati Shivaji Railway Station, Mumbai
3. Mamallapuram
4. Sun Temple (Konark Temple)
Which of the above are included in the World Heritage List of UNESCO?
- (a) 1, 2 and 3
- (b) 1, 3 and 4
- (c) 2 and 4
- (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer: (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Explanation
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India
| Site | UNESCO listing |
|---|---|
| Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park | Listed in 2004 |
| Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mumbai | Listed in 2004 |
| Mamallapuram (Group of Monuments) | Listed in 1984 |
| Sun Temple, Konark | Listed in 1984 |
All four are on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Answer: (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4.
Why each option is right or wrong
- (a) Incorrect. Konark Sun Temple is also listed.
- (b) Incorrect. CST Mumbai is also listed.
- (c) Incorrect. Champaner-Pavagadh and Mamallapuram are also listed.
- (d) CORRECT. All four are World Heritage Sites.
Key point
2004 additions: Champaner-Pavagadh, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus.
Remember
Champaner-Pavagadh and CST were listed in 2004.
Common mistakes
- Excluding CST because it is a railway station.
- Not knowing Champaner (Gujarat) was added in 2004.
- Forgetting Konark and Mamallapuram date from 1984.
Exam tip
Count of Indian WHS is revised each year; know the 2004 entries.
Sources
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre — India
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre — Decisions of the 28th session of the World Heritage Committee, Suzhou, 2004 (Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park; Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus)