MCQ on Adopt Heritage Scheme

Question

With reference to the ‘Adopt a Heritage’ scheme, consider the following statements:

1. The Union Ministry of Culture can enter into agreements with private firms to adopt and maintain State-owned archaeological sites or monuments.
2. Under the ‘Adopt a Heritage’ scheme, businesses can use their Corporate Social Responsibility funds at select sites to construct and maintain ticket offices, restaurants, museums, interpretation centres, toilets, and walkways.
3. The ‘Adopt a Heritage’ scheme has been successful in preserving the nation’s precious pluralistic heritage.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) 1 and 2 only

(d) None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (c) 1 and 2 only

Explanation: Statement 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect as the author argues that the scheme may actually endanger the nation’s heritage instead of preserving it.