The government must notice various factors adversely affecting heritage places and view them through the lenses of conservation in order to protect cultural heritage as well as to promote sustainable tourism.

Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.

1. The government must notice various factors adversely affecting heritage places and view them through the lenses of conservation in order to protect cultural heritage as well as to promote sustainable tourism. (250 words)

Difficulty level: Moderate

Reference: Indian Express

Why the question:

World Heritage Week is approaching in the third week of November. During this time every year, we see a plethora of events and social media posts that celebrate heritage. It becomes an occasion to spread awareness about the cultural diversity represented by heritage sites.

Key Demand of the question:

To write about factors adversely affecting heritage places and steps needed to conserve them.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction: 

Begin by giving context.

Body:

First, write about the factors adversely affecting heritage places – degradation, limited structural capacity and lack retrofitting measures etc.

Next, write about the importance of preserving cultural heritage of India – checks and balances for the design, specifications, and processes of execution and beautification etc.

Conclusion:

Conclude by summarising.