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SSC GD 2021 PYQ — Question 31

SSC GD Constable (English) - 22nd November 2021 Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q31

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In which of the following years was Sanchi declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 1989.

  • Sanchi Stupa was declared a UNESCO world heritage site in the year 1989.
  • The Stupas of Sanchi were constructed on the orders of Emperor Ashoka to preserve and spread the Buddhist philosophy.
  • Sanchi has been protecting these beautiful and sacred architectural wonders, just the way these wonders have been safeguarding ancient history and art of the Mauryan period. 
  •  It is the oldest Buddhist sanctuary in existence and was a major Buddhist centre in India until the 12th century A.D.