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2019

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How many sites have been identified by Ministry of Tourism in the country for development as Iconic Tourist Sites?
A
13
B
17
C
18
D
20
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The government will develop 17 “Iconic Tourist Sites” in the country as a world class tourist destinations which in turn would serve as a model for other tourism sites.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Ministry of Tourism has added three more tourist destinations - Konark Sun Temple (Odisha), Kevadia (Gujarat) and Golconda Fort (Telangana) - to the current list of 17 iconic sites.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Taj Mahal, Agra Perhaps India’s most recognizable building, the Taj Mahal is also the world’s most famous testimony to the power of love.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Ministry of Tourism, is the nodal agency for the formulation of national policies and programs and for the co-ordination of activities of various Central Government Agencies, State Governments/UTs and the Private Sector for the development and promotion of tourism in the country.

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