Q. Which one of the following was the latest inclusion in the Intangible Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO?
(a) Ghhau dance
(b) Durga-puja
(c) Garba dance
(d) Kumbh mela
Correct answer: (c) Garba dance
Question from UPSC Prelims 2024 GS Paper
Explanation:
Intangible Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO
(a) Chhau dance: This was inscribed on the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2010.
(b) Durga Puja: This was inscribed on the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in December 2021.
(c) Garba dance: This was inscribed on the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in December 2023.
(d) Kumbh Mela: This was inscribed on the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2017.
Among these options, the most recent addition is the Garba dance, which was added in December 2023.
Therefore, the correct answer is (c) Garba dance.