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The Taj Mahal, an immense mausoleum of white marble, was inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in which year?

The Taj Mahal, an immense mausoleum of white marble, was inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in which year? Correct Answer <span style="">1983</span>

The correct answer is 1983.

Key Points

  • Taj Mahal
    • It is an immense mausoleum of white marble.
    • It was built in Agra between 1631 and 1648 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
    • It was made of Ivory white marble.
    • The main architect of the Taj Mahal was Ustad Ahmad Lahori.
    • It is located on the bank of the Yamuna river in Agra, UP.

Additional Information

  • UNESCO
    • Full Name – United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
    • Headquarters – Paris, France
    • Founded – 16 Nov 1945 (London, UK)
    • Director-General – Audrey Azoulay
    • It aimed at promoting world peace and security through international cooperation in education arts, sciences, and culture. 
    • At present, there are 40 world heritage sites in India declared by UNESCO.

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