Question

Your friend, Priyam, has come from the USA to India for his vacation. You decide to take him to visit some heritage sites. During the trip, he says he does not understand why he needs to learn about Indian heritage. Which of the given options would you use to explain the importance of preserving heritage?

• A. Cultural artefacts, palaces, temples, and monuments tell the story of the country's past.
• B. Our cultural heritage helps to carry traditions and ideals of our past to the future generations.
• C. These heritage sites are only good for business.
• D. The heritage sites bring tourists from around the world and help us showcase our culture to the rest of the world.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

The correct options are
A Cultural artefacts, palaces, temples, and monuments tell the story of the country's past.
B Our cultural heritage helps to carry traditions and ideals of our past to the future generations.
D The heritage sites bring tourists from around the world and help us showcase our culture to the rest of the world.

The tourism industry thrives on these heritage sites, and tourist activity is good for the economy. However, the economic benefit is merely a by-product of our efforts to preserve our natural and cultural heritage.