🏛️ Chapter 10 · Heritage & Religion · Art & Culture

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India

All 42 UNESCO sites — cultural, natural, and mixed; recent additions (Dholavira, Ramappa, Hoysala); intangible cultural heritage.

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UNESCO Sites

Cultural

Natural

Mixed

✅ All 42 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

✅ Cultural sites — temples, forts, monuments

✅ Natural sites — national parks, biospheres

✅ Recent additions — Dholavira (2021), Ramappa (2021), Hoysala (2023)

✅ UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of India

✅ Year-wise inscriptions and key features

📚 Chapter Sub-Topics

Topic 01

Cultural Sites — Part 1

Agra Fort, Ajanta, Ellora, Mahabalipuram, Konark, Hampi, Fatehpur Sikri, Elephanta (1983–1987).

Topic 02

Cultural Sites — Part 2

Khajuraho, Pattadakal, Sanchi, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutb Minar, Red Fort, Chola Temples, Champaner (1986–2004).

Topic 03

Natural Heritage Sites

Kaziranga, Manas, Sundarbans, Nanda Devi, Western Ghats, Great Himalayan NP, Khangchendzonga.

Topic 04

Recent & Mixed Sites

Dholavira (2021), Ramappa Temple (2021), Hoysala Temples (2023), Khangchendzonga (mixed, 2016).

Topic 05

UNESCO Intangible Heritage

Yoga, Kumbh Mela, Nawrouz, Vedic chanting, Ramlila, Kutiyattam, Chhau dance, Durga Puja.

Topic 06

Complete Revision

All 42 UNESCO sites — year, state, category; intangible heritage; exam-ready master table.

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