United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

UNESCO was established in 1945 to promote education, science, culture, and heritage conservation.

  • It is headquartered in Paris, France.
  • It designates World Heritage Sites (cultural, natural, mixed) under the 1972 Convention.
    • India has more than 40 World Heritage Sites.
  • UNESCO continues to add new World Heritage Sites, including India-related nominations, strengthening cultural diplomacy.
  • Focus areas include heritage conservation, climate impact on heritage, and intangible cultural heritage ....
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