Art & Culture MCQs - 2026-09-05

The walls of Rani ki Vav are adorned with over 600 sculptures and carvings, many of which depict not only gods and goddesses but also scenes from everyday life, flora, and fauna, showcasing a rich cultural tapestry.

Rani ki Vav, an iconic stepwell in Patan, Gujarat, was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014, not 2016. NEEDS_REVIEW

The UNESCO World Heritage Centre reviews conservation efforts for its designated sites. Rani ki Vav, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Gujarat, was the subject of a recent progress review.

The Geographical Indications Registry, under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Government of India, is responsible for granting GI tags.

A GI tag is awarded to products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin. For Kashi Zardozi, it protects its unique origin in Kashi and the traditional methods of embroidery.

Kashi Zardozi, a traditional embroidery craft from Varanasi (Kashi), has been granted a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, acknowledging its distinct artistic heritage and techniques.