Question

Which of the statement/statements is/are correct about Namma Smaraka?

A. Namma Smaraka are the archaeological sites that are recently excavated and depict the history and culture of Karnataka.

B. Namma Smaraka sites can be adopted by corporate companies to conserve, preserve and protect these sites and develop basic tourism infrastructure.

Which of the above statement/statements is/are correct?

1. (1) A only
2. (2) B only
3. (3) Both A and B
4. (4) None of the above

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

(2) B only

Explanation:

• Statement A: Incorrect. The "Namma Smaraka" initiative, launched by the Government of Karnataka under the "Adopt a Monument" scheme, focuses on the preservation and conservation of existing cultural monuments. It does not specifically pertain to recently excavated archaeological sites.

  Takshay

• Statement B: Correct. The initiative encourages corporate companies, as well as foundations, trusts, NGOs, and high net worth individuals, to adopt heritage sites. The goal is to conserve, preserve, and protect these sites while developing basic tourism infrastructure.

  Culkey

Therefore, only statement B is accurate, making option (2) B only the correct choice.