Modi, Prabowo inaugurate ASI-led joint conservation project for 9th-century temple site in Indonesia
Modi, Prabowo inaugurate ASI-led joint conservation project for 9th-century temple site in Indonesia. (See the linked source for details.)
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Prelims-testable facts
- 01The ASI-led joint conservation project is for a 9th-century temple site in Indonesia.
- 02Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo inaugurated the ASI-led joint conservation project.
- 03The project aims to conserve a 9th-century temple site in Indonesia, which has historical significance.
- 04ASI stands for Archaeological Survey of India, an Indian government agency responsible for archaeological sites.
Trap alerts
- Most people think the ASI is only involved in Indian archaeological sites, but actually it also collaborates with international partners on conservation projects abroad.
- Most people think the ASI-led project is a unilateral effort by India, but actually it's a joint initiative between India and Indonesia.
Mains Practice Question
Critically examine the implications of international cooperation on cultural heritage conservation, with specific reference to the ASI-led joint conservation project for a 9th-century temple site in Indonesia.
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The ASI-led joint conservation project was inaugurated by which two leaders?
- A.Modi and Prabowo
- B.Modi and Joko Widodo
- C.Prabowo and Yudhoyono
- D.Narendra Modi and Xi Jinping
The project was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian leader Prabowo, highlighting India's commitment to international cooperation in cultural heritage conservation.
Which century is associated with the temple site being conserved under the ASI-led joint project?
- A.6th century
- B.7th century
- C.8th century
- D.10th century
The temple site is from the 9th century, highlighting the importance of preserving ancient cultural heritage in Indonesia.
Consider the following two statements: Statement-I: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) led the joint conservation project. Statement-II: The project was inaugurated to conserve a temple site in Indonesia that dates back to the 9th century. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
- A.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
- B.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct but Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
- C.Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
- D.Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
Statement 1 is correct because it accurately reports the leading authority of the project. Statement 2 is also correct, but it does not explain why ASI led the project.