UPSC | Prelims GS | 2026

Adopt a Heritage 2.0, referred to in the newspaper’s heritage-site report, is associated with participation of which entities in improving amenities and visitor experiences at centrally protected monuments?

  1. Only State archaeological departments
  2. Public and private entities
  3. Only foreign governments under cultural treaties
  4. Only elected municipal corporations

Answer

Correct Answer

Public and private entities

Explanation

Adopt a Heritage 2.0 invites public and private entities to participate in improving amenities and visitor experiences at centrally protected monuments, subject to official conservation requirements. It is not limited to State departments, foreign governments or municipalities. Such partnerships do not remove the primacy of heritage protection.

Topics: adopt a heritage 2.0, archaeological survey of india, art and culture, heritage conservation