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Recently, the ancient Buddhist site of Sarnath has become the which-th Indian site to be included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites?
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The ancient Buddhist site of Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh has been officially inscribed as India's 45th UNESCO World Heritage Site in July 2026.
The inscription of Sarnath took place during the 48th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Busan, Republic of Korea. Sarnath holds profound historical and religious significance as the location where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon, known as the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta. The site features various archaeological structures, including the Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Ashokan Pillar. This recognition highlights India's commitment to preserving its cultural legacy and enhances its global standing in heritage conservation.
Inscription date: July 25, 2026
India's rank as UNESCO World Heritage Site holder: 45th total site
Location: Sarnath, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Event: 48th session of the World Heritage Committee
B is correct тАФ The ancient Buddhist site of Sarnath was inscribed as India's 45th UNESCO World Heritage Site during the 48th session of the World Heritage Committee in 2026.
Remember that Sarnath follows the 2024 inscription of the Maratha Military Landscapes; keep a mental note that India now holds the 6th position globally in the total number of UNESCO World Heritage sites.
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