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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How many Indian elements are included in UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity?
A
12
B
15
C
11
D
14
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A total of 14 elements from India are inscribed on UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage and Humanity.

Detailed explanation-2: -Intangible Cultural Heritage: UNESCO inscribes 47 elements.

Detailed explanation-3: -A total of 14 elements from India are inscribed on UNESCO’S list of Intangible Cultural Heritage and Humanity. These elements include music, dance, theatre, festivals, rituals, and storytelling.

Detailed explanation-4: -India has 38 world heritage sites, including 30 cultural properties, 7 natural properties, and 1 mixed site. The latest one included is Jaipur city, Rajasthan.

Detailed explanation-5: -Indian elements on the intangible cultural heritage list include Kutiyattam, Tradition of Vedic chanting, Ramlila etc. Ramman, Chhau dance and Kalbelia folk songs, Mudiyettu are also included in the list.

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