2019
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Neemrana Baori in Rajasthan
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Haveli of Agha Khan in Agra
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Old High Court Building in Nagpur
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All of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The 125-year-old Old High Court Building in Nagpur, Maharashtra, and two Mughal-era monuments in Agra - Haveli of Agha Khan and Hathi Khana - are among the six monuments declared protected and of national importance by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in 2018.
Detailed explanation-2: -A “Monument of National Importance” is designated by the Archaeological Survey of India and includes the following: The remains of an ancient monument. The site of an ancient monument. The land on which there are fences or protective covering structures for preserving the monument.
Detailed explanation-3: -The report notes that “out of the 92 monuments declared as missing by the CAG, 42 have been identified due to efforts made by the ASI.” Of the remaining 50, 26 have been accounted for, as mentioned earlier, while 24 are untraceable.
Detailed explanation-4: -The ASI performs and regulates all activities related to archaeological research and excavation in India. It also preserves and maintains historical monuments and sites. It conducts archaeological excavations and explorations.