Inter-department Quiz Competition on World Heritage Day

World Heritage Day is celebrated annually on which date?

• April 7

• June 5

• April 18

• May 18

Which organisation designates World Heritage Sites?

• WHO

• UNESCO

• UNICEF

• WWF

Which famous painting is depicted in this image?

• Bani Thani

• Kajali

• Phad

• Madhubani

This vibrant folk dance, originating from the state of Rajasthan in India, is characterized by its fluid, serpentine movements and traditional music played on instruments like the 'been' (pungi). Which dance form is it?

• Bhawai

• Ghoomar

• Terah Taali

• Kalbelia

Which of the following is considered the oldest language in the history of India?

• Sanskrit

• Tamil

• Telugu

• Hindi

The Churches and Convent of Goa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in India, are significant for reflecting the influence of which European colonial power?

• British

• French

• Portuguese

• Dutch

The "Mountain Railways of India" UNESCO World Heritage Site comprises how many distinct railway lines?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

The Hill Forts of Rajasthan UNESCO World Heritage Site comprises how many distinct forts?

• 4

• 5

• 6

• 7

Ustad Ahmad Lahori is widely believed to be one of the principal architects of which iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site?

• Humayun's Tomb

• Agra Fort

• Taj Mahal

• Qutub Minar

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Odisha, is famously known by Black Pagoda, name given by European sailors due to its dark appearance?

• Lingaraj Temple

• Sun Temple

• Jagannath Temple

• Meenakshi Temple