Note4Students
From UPSC perspective, the following things are important :
Prelims level: Geo-Heritage Sites in India
Mains level: NA
Why in the news
- Pandavula Gutta, an ancient geological marvel predating the Himalayan hills, has been officially designated as Telangana’s sole Geo-heritage site.
- Also the 165 million-year-old meteor Ramgarh Crater in Rajasthan was declared geo-heritage site.
[A] Pandavula Gutta
[B] Ramgarh Crater
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What are Geo-Heritage Sites?
- Geo-Heritage Sites in India are geological features of significant importance, either culturally or inherently, that provide insights into the Earth’s evolution or serve educational purposes.
- These sites are recognized and protected by the Geological Survey of India (GSI) and the respective State governments.
- India presently has 34 National Geological Heritage Monument Sites.
- Examples:
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- Mawmluh Cave in Meghalaya
- Majuli Island in Assam
- Chabimura in Tripura
- Purpose:
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- Promote geotourism
- Preserve unique geological formations
- Enhance geological literacy among the public
Tap this link to read more about all Geo-Heritage Parks in India:
https://vikaspedia.in/education/childrens-corner/geological-heritage-sites-of-india
PYQ:
Q.Which one of the following statements is correct? (2021)
- Ajanta Caves lie in the gorge of Waghora River.
- Sanchi Stupa lies in the gorge of Chambal River.
- Pandu-Lena Cave Shrines lie in the gorge of Narmada River.
- Amaravati Stupa lies in the gorge of Godavari River.
Practice MCQ:
Which of the given statements about the Ramgarh Structure is NOT correct?
- It is an asteroid impact crater.
- It is located in the Deccan Plateau.
- It is a notified wetland under Wetland (Conservation & Management) Rules, 2017.
- It is under Conservation Reserve under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
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