Q.50 Which of the following is recently added to the World UNESCO-Heritage list?
- Dholavira, Gujarat
- Rani Ki Vav, Gujarat
- Hill Fort, Rajasthan
- Red Fort, New Delhi
Recently Added UNESCO World Heritage Site: Dholavira, Gujarat Tops the List
Dholavira in Gujarat stands out as the most recently added among the given options to India’s UNESCO World Heritage List. This Harappan city highlights India’s ancient urban planning legacy.
Correct Answer
Dholavira, Gujarat is the correct choice as it was inscribed in 2021, making it the most recent addition compared to the others. This Bronze Age site in the Rann of Kutch showcases advanced Harappan civilization features like water management and urban layout.
Option Breakdown
Option Location Inscription Year Key Facts Dholavira, Gujarat Gujarat 2021 Harappan city; India’s 40th site; features reservoirs, signboards. Rani Ki Vav, Gujarat Patan, Gujarat 2014 11th-century stepwell; intricate carvings of deities; rediscovered in 1940s. Hill Fort, Rajasthan Rajasthan (6 forts) 2013 Serial site: Chittorgarh, Kumbhalgarh etc.; Rajput military architecture. Red Fort, New Delhi New Delhi 2007 Mughal palace-fort; built by Shah Jahan; Independence Day venue. Why Dholavira?
Among these, Dholavira’s 2021 inscription is the latest, predating Maratha Military Landscapes (2025) but post-dating others in standard lists. It represents India’s growing UNESCO tally to 42+ sites by 2025. This makes it ideal for GK quizzes on recent heritage additions.
