In which year was Kutiyattam proclaimed by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: 2001
UNESCO proclaimed Kutiyattam a ‘Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity’ in 2001. It is an ancient Sanskrit theatre tradition of Kerala. The year 2008 relates to its inclusion in the Representative List, not to the original proclamation. Exam tip: distinguish between the year of UNESCO proclamation and the later year of inscription on the Representative List.
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2001
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UNESCO proclaimed Kutiyattam a ‘Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity’ in 2001. It is an ancient Sanskrit theatre tradition of Kerala. The year 2008 relates to its inclusion in the Representative List, not to the original proclamation. Exam tip: distinguish between the year of UNESCO proclamation and the later year of inscription on the Representative List.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 General Knowledge question. Chapter: Important Organizations. Topic: UNESCO.
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