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QWhich of the following is an example of a UNESCO World Heritage site in India?

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  • A Masrur temple ✔ ✖
  • B Chandrabhaga temple ✔ ✖
  • C Rani ki vav ✔ ✖
  • D Somnath temple ✔ ✖
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Rani ki vav is an example of stepwell temple compounds in India and has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. These stepwells were large walk-in wells built in arid western parts of India by Hindu communities that served as the only source of water in dry months but also carried religious significance. The stepwells were part of a temple complex and had intricate art reliefs on the walls, with numerous murtis and images of Hindu deities, water spirits, and erotic symbolism. Therefore, the correct answer is option C.

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