Question

The United Nations Organisation aims to maintain international peace. With reference to its organs and agencies, answer the following:

1. Gujarat’s famed garba dance received the intangible heritage tag. Which agency of the United Nations is authorized to give this tag?
2. Mention any three other contributions of that agency in the preservation of culture.

Answer 1

1. UNESCO
   1. UNESCO provides technical advice and assistance, equipment and funds for the preservation of monuments and other works of art.
   2. It has prepared a World Heritage List to identify the monuments and sites that are to be protected. It aims to protect the world inheritance of books, works of art and rare manuscripts. It gives encouragement to artistic creations in literature and fine arts.
   3. It pays attention towards the cultural development through the medium of films.