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Maratha Military Landscapes Named India’s 44th World Heritage Site

12 July 20251 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSMaratha MilitaryLandscapes NamedIndia’s 44th WorldHeritage Site12 July 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

At the World Heritage Committee’s 47th Session, India’s 2024-25 nomination was inscribed, lifting India’s total to 44.

Key facts

  • 12 forts, built 17th-19th century CE, show Maratha military vision, notably under Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
  • They use varied terrain smartly for self-reliant defence.
India’s sites (July 2025)Count
Cultural36
Natural7
Mixed1
  • Tentative List: 62 entries; authority: ASI; Committee term: 2021-2025.

Exam angle

  • Rank: 6th globally, 2nd in Asia-Pacific after China.

Test yourself

1. Which property became India's 44th UNESCO World Heritage site?

The notes state this nomination was inscribed as India's 44th property.

2. How many forts form the Maratha Military Landscapes of India?

The property is a network of 12 strategically located forts.

3. At which World Heritage Committee session was the Maratha Military Landscapes inscribed?

The inscription took place at the 47th Session.

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