Sarnath Inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List: India's 45th Site
UPSC / SSC current affairs note
Why in news
The ancient Buddhist site of Sarnath has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, marking India's 45th entry. Vice President CP Radhakrishnan and PM Narendra Modi hailed this as a moment of immense national pride, celebrating India's spiritual legacy.
Background
Sarnath is a significant Buddhist pilgrimage site where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. It is located near Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
Key facts
Sarnath is an ancient Buddhist site where Buddha gave his first sermon.
It has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
This is India's 45th UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Vice President CP Radhakrishnan and PM Modi expressed pride in the inscription.
The site is located near Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
Prelims pointers
- UNESCO World Heritage List
- India's 45th World Heritage Site
- Sarnath
- Buddhist site
- First sermon of Buddha
- Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Mains angles
- Significance of UNESCO recognition for cultural heritage preservation
- Role of tourism in promoting Buddhist heritage sites in India