Which one of the following was the latest inclusion in the Intangible Cultural Heritage List of UNES

Q: What is UPSC Prelims?

UPSC Prelims is a competitive examination conducted in India. This question is from the 2024 UPSC Prelims Current Affairs paper.

Q: How can I prepare for UPSC Prelims Current Affairs?

To prepare for UPSC Prelims Current Affairs, practice previous year questions (PYQs), understand concepts thoroughly, and solve mock tests regularly. This 2024 question covers Awards – National & International topic.

Q: What is the difficulty level of this question?

This UPSC Prelims 2024 Current Affairs question has a easy difficulty level and is marked as an important question.

Q: Where can I find more UPSC Prelims previous year questions?

You can find more UPSC Prelims previous year questions on AspirantMitraa. Browse by subject, topic, year, and difficulty level to practice effectively.

Question

Which one of the following was the latest inclusion in the Intangible Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: C — Garba danceStep-by-step Solution:Garba of Gujarat was the most recently inscribed Indian element on UNESCO's Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity — inscribed at the 18th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of ICH in December 2023 in Kasane, Botswana.Garba is a traditional circular dance from Gujarat, performed predominantly during the nine nights of Navratri — a festival celebrating the feminine divine (Goddess Amba/Durga). The dance is performed around a central image or lit lamp and is an expression of feminine energy, devotion, fertility, and the cycle of life, death, and rebirth. It is performed both by men and women, though traditionally associated with women's participation. Garba became India's ninth element on UNESCO's ICH Representative List.Chronology of India's UNESCO ICH inscriptions (for reference): Chhau dance (2010); Kumbh Mela (2017); Durga Puja in Kolkata (2021); Garba of Gujarat (2023 — latest).Why other options are incorrect:Option A (Chhau dance): Chhau was inscribed in 2010 — it is a semi-classical martial dance from Jharkhand, West Bengal (Purulia), and Odisha (Mayurbhanj). Much earlier than Garba. ✗Option B (Durga Puja): Durga Puja in Kolkata was inscribed in December 2021 — two years before Garba. ✗Option D (Kumbh Mela): Kumbh Mela was inscribed in 2017. It is one of the world's largest religious gatherings. Much earlier than Garba. ✗Key Concept: India's elements on UNESCO's ICH Representative List (as of 2023): Kutiyattam (Sanskrit theatre, 2008); Ramman (Uttarakhand, 2009); Mudiyettu (Kerala, 2010); Chhau dance (2010); Kalbelia folk songs (Rajasthan, 2010); Buddhist chanting (Ladakh, 2012); Sankirtana (Manipur, 2013); Yoga (2016); Nowruz (shared with several countries, 2016); Kumbh Mela (2017); Durga Puja in Kolkata (2021); Garba of Gujarat (2023). UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Convention (2003): Aims to safeguard ICH — oral traditions, performing arts, social practices, rituals, festivals, knowledge about nature, traditional craftsmanship. The 'Representative List' is the main list; there is also a 'List of ICH in Need of Urgent Safeguarding.'

Which one of the following was the latest inclusion in the Intangible Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO?

Master UPSC Prelims with Our Test Series

More Questions from Awards – National & International

Frequently Asked Questions

Which one of the following was the latest inclusion in the Intangible Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO?

Master UPSC Prelims with Our Test Series

More Questions from Awards – National & International

Frequently Asked Questions