India Revives Bid for UNESCO Heritage Tag for Sarnath

India Revives Bid for UNESCO Heritage Tag for Sarnath

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Category : National Published on: September 19 2025

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India has renewed efforts to secure UNESCO World Heritage status for Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon. The ASI will update plaques to credit Babu Jagat Singh who excavated the site in 1787–88, challenging colonial-era claims that credited only British officers. Sarnath, on UNESCO’s tentative list since 1998, is nominated for the 2025–26 cycle, with the move highlighting India’s focus on indigenous contributions and heritage authenticity.

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