100. The Kumbhalgarh Fort, a component of the Hill Forts of Rajasthan World Heritage property, lies in which state?
[RRB Group D — 25 Aug 2026, Shift 1]
A. Maharashtra
B. Rajasthan
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Himachal Pradesh
Answer: B. Rajasthan
Explanation: Kumbhalgarh is a historic Mewar fortress in Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. UNESCO inscribed the Hill Forts of Rajasthan serial property in 2013. Kumbhalgarh is famous for its long fortification wall and its association with ruler Rana Kumbha.
99. Hampi, now on the World Heritage List, functioned as the capital of which historical empire?
[RRB NTPC UG CBT-I — 8 May 2026, Shift 3]
A. Vijayanagara Empire
B. Gupta Empire
C. Mughal Empire
D. Maurya Empire
Answer: A. Vijayanagara Empire
Explanation: The ruins at Hampi in Karnataka preserve the ceremonial and urban core of the Vijayanagara Empire. Its temples, bazaars and royal structures reflect a major south Indian power. UNESCO inscribed the Group of Monuments at Hampi in 1986.
98. Which quality is principally responsible for the Western Ghats gaining UNESCO natural heritage recognition?
[SSC GD Constable — 29 Apr 2026, Shift 3]
A. Mineral deposits
B. Exceptional biodiversity
C. Ancient palaces
D. Religious pilgrimages
Answer: B. Exceptional biodiversity
Explanation: The Western Ghats support exceptionally high species diversity and endemism and play an important role in ecological processes. UNESCO listed their serial natural property in 2012. Their ecosystems include tropical forests, high-altitude grasslands and habitats for threatened species.
97. Which city became India’s first UNESCO-listed World Heritage City?
[DSSSB MTS — 5 Mar 2026, Shift 3]
A. Varanasi
B. Hyderabad
C. Ahmedabad
D. Jaipur
Answer: C. Ahmedabad
Explanation: The Historic City of Ahmedabad in Gujarat was inscribed in 2017, making it the first Indian city to receive World Heritage recognition. Its historic urban fabric includes traditional pol houses, community institutions, religious buildings and a distinctive street layout.
96. The UNESCO-listed Konark Sun Temple stands in which Indian state?
[DSSSB MTS — 5 Mar 2026, Shift 3]
A. Kerala
B. Odisha
C. Rajasthan
D. Maharashtra
Answer: B. Odisha
Explanation: Konark is situated on the coast of Odisha and is dedicated to Surya, the Sun God. Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga dynasty built the thirteenth-century temple in the form of a magnificent stone chariot with elaborate carved wheels.
95. Which World Heritage cave complex is especially known for Buddhist murals and ancient paintings?
[DSSSB MTS — 5 Mar 2026, Shift 2]
A. Qutb Minar
B. Ajanta Caves
C. Sanchi Stupa
D. Gateway of India
Answer: B. Ajanta Caves
Explanation: Ajanta is a celebrated group of Buddhist rock-cut caves in Maharashtra. Its paintings depict the life and earlier births of the Buddha, including Jataka narratives. UNESCO recognised the caves in 1983 for their outstanding artistic and historical importance.
94. In which city can one visit the UNESCO-listed Qutb Minar?
[DSSSB PRT — 19 Feb 2026, Shift 3]
A. Delhi
B. Hyderabad
C. Jaipur
D. Agra
Answer: A. Delhi
Explanation: The Qutb complex lies in Mehrauli, Delhi. Its minaret and associated structures are major examples of early Delhi Sultanate architecture. UNESCO inscribed Qutb Minar and its Monuments in 1993, recognising their architectural and historical significance.
93. Which of these temples forms part of an inscribed UNESCO World Heritage property?
[SSC MTS 2025 — conducted 18 Feb 2026, Shift 3]
A. Kamakhya Temple
B. Meenakshi Temple
C. Kashi Vishwanath Temple
D. Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple
Answer: D. Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple
Explanation: The Brihadisvara Temple at Gangaikondacholapuram belongs to the Great Living Chola Temples World Heritage property in Tamil Nadu. The serial inscription also includes the Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur and the Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram.
92. Which Indian heritage park received a “Good” rating in the cited IUCN natural heritage assessment of November 2025?
[RRB Group D — 9 Jan 2026, Shift 1]
A. Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks
B. Sundarbans National Park
C. Khangchendzonga National Park
D. Great Himalayan National Park
Answer: C. Khangchendzonga National Park
Explanation: Khangchendzonga National Park in Sikkim is India’s first and only mixed World Heritage property, recognised in 2016. The site combines exceptional mountain ecosystems with sacred landscapes. This examination referred specifically to the conservation assessment issued in November 2025.
91. For the Tai-Ahom Moidams, inscribed as World Heritage, consider four possible functions:
1. Fortresses;
2. Royal recreation;
3. Royal burials;
4. Battle-drill centres.
Which is correct?
[UPSC CSE Prelims — 2026, General Studies Paper I]
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 3
C. 3 only
D. 2 and 4
Answer: C. 3 only
Explanation: The Moidams of Assam are mound-burial structures associated with the Ahom rulers and nobility, not fortresses or training grounds. Charaideo preserves this distinctive funerary landscape. UNESCO inscribed the Moidams as a cultural World Heritage property in 2024.