B.P.S.C. CDPO (Pre) 2018
Which site in India has recently been recognized by UNESCO as an 'Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity'?
aKumbh Mela✓ Correct
bTriveni Temple
cAjmer Dargah
dSundarbans
eNone of the above/More than one of the above
Explanation
In 2017, UNESCO recognized the Kumbh Mela as an “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity”. In 2023, Garba of Gujarat was included in this list. On 10 December 2025, UNESCO inscribed Deepavali in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Thus, at present, 16 Indian elements are included in UNESCO’s “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity” list.
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