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1. Which one among the following places is not covered by the Golden Char

Which one among the following places is not covered by the Golden Chariot, the luxury train designed to visit the historical places of South India ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Hyderabad” option2=”Bangalore” option3=”Goa” option4=”Mysore” correct=”option1″]

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UPSC CAPF – 2011
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The Golden Chariot luxury train operates on routes covering prominent tourist destinations in South India, primarily focusing on Karnataka and nearby states like Goa, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Pondicherry. Common destinations include Bangalore, Mysore, Hampi, Belur, Halebidu, Shravanabelagola, Goa, Badami, etc. Hyderabad, located in Telangana, is not typically included in the standard routes of the Golden Chariot.
– The Golden Chariot primarily covers tourist destinations in Karnataka and surrounding South Indian states.
– Bangalore, Mysore, and Goa are regular stops on different itineraries of the Golden Chariot.
– Hyderabad is not part of the common routes operated by this luxury train.
The Golden Chariot offers several itineraries like “Pride of Karnataka,” “Southern Splendour,” “Glimpses of Karnataka,” etc., which vary in duration and covered places. These itineraries showcase a mix of historical sites, cultural landmarks, wildlife, and natural beauty of the region.

2. Manav is planning to visit all UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Delhi. H

Manav is planning to visit all UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Delhi. He will be visiting

[amp_mcq option1=”Red Fort, Qutab Minar, Jama Masjid” option2=”Red Fort, India Gate, Qutab Minar” option3=”Red Fort, Qutab Minar, Humayun Tomb” option4=”Red Fort, Humayun Tomb, India Gate” correct=”option3″]

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UPSC CDS-1 – 2023
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Among the options provided, the Red Fort Complex, Qutab Minar and its Monuments, and Humayun’s Tomb are recognized UNESCO World Heritage Sites located in Delhi.
– Red Fort Complex was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007.
– Qutab Minar and its Monuments were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993.
– Humayun’s Tomb, Delhi was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993.
– Jama Masjid and India Gate, although historically and culturally significant landmarks in Delhi, are not currently listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Delhi has a rich historical legacy with several sites of significant architectural and cultural importance. The three sites mentioned in option C represent distinct periods and architectural styles of India’s history, including the Delhi Sultanate (Qutab Minar) and the Mughal Empire (Humayun’s Tomb, Red Fort).
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