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Which organization is recognized as one of the world's largest heritage organizations?

  • UNESCO
  • ICOMOS
  • INTACH (correct)
  • ICCROM

What is the vision of INTACH?

  • To preserve intangible heritage
  • To promote art and culture in India
  • To conserve natural and built heritage
  • To spearhead heritage awareness and conservation in India (correct)

What is the INTACH Logo based on?

  • Enigmatic Copper Hoards
  • Copper Hoards of the Ganga Valley
  • Primitive man's creative genius
  • Anthropomorphic copper figure from Shahabad, Uttar Pradesh (correct)

Where is INTACH headquartered?

<p>New Delhi (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which divisions does INTACH operate through?

<p>Architectural Heritage, Natural Heritage, Art and Material Heritage, Intangible Cultural Heritage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which state is the anthropomorphic copper figure from Shahabad, Uttar Pradesh, belonging to the enigmatic Copper Hoards of the Ganga Valley located in?

<p>Uttar Pradesh (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was INTACH founded?

<p>January 27, 1984 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many chapters does INTACH have across the country?

<p>200 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What types of heritage has INTACH pioneered the conservation and preservation of?

<p>Both natural and built heritage and intangible heritage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which division of INTACH focuses on Architectural Heritage?

<p>Architectural Heritage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

INTACH Overview

  • INTACH is recognized as one of the world's largest heritage organizations.
  • The vision of INTACH is to spearhead heritage conservation in India.
  • The INTACH Logo is based on the Sanchi Stupa, a symbol of Indian culture and heritage.

INTACH Headquarters and Structure

  • INTACH is headquartered in New Delhi, India.
  • INTACH operates through various divisions, including:
    • Heritage Education and Communication
    • Architectural Heritage
    • Material Heritage
    • Intangible Heritage
    • Natural Heritage
    • Heritage Legislation and Policy

Heritage Conservation

  • The anthropomorphic copper figure from Shahabad, Uttar Pradesh, belongs to the enigmatic Copper Hoards of the Ganga Valley, a significant archaeological find in the state.
  • INTACH was founded in 1984 to pioneer the conservation and preservation of India's rich cultural and natural heritage.
  • INTACH has 28 chapters across the country, working towards the conservation of India's diverse heritage.

Architectural Heritage

  • The Architectural Heritage Division of INTACH focuses on the conservation and preservation of India's built heritage, including monuments, historic buildings, and sites.

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Test your knowledge about INTACH, the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage, and its contributions to heritage awareness and conservation in India. Learn about INTACH's history, achievements, and impact through this informative quiz.

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