.With reference to Geo-heritage sites in India, consider the following statements:
1. They include sites of geological, geomorphological, and paleontological importance.
2. Only natural caves and rock-shelters are considered Geo-heritage sites.
3. The Geological Survey of India is responsible for declaring and maintaining Geo-heritage sites.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

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.With reference to Geo-heritage sites in India, consider the following statements:
1. They include sites of geological, geomorphological, and paleontological importance.
2. Only natural caves and rock-shelters are considered Geo-heritage sites.
3. The Geological Survey of India is responsible for declaring and maintaining Geo-heritage sites.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

ONLiNE UPSC · Accepted Answer

Context: India's Geological Survey (GSI) has proposed 10 geological sites for UNESCO World Heritage status, including the Lonar Crater in Maharashtra and Bhedaghat in Madhya Pradesh.

Statement 1 is correct: Geo-heritage sites are recognized for their rare and unique geological, geomorphological, paleontological, and stratigraphic significance. These may include caves, natural rock sculptures, sediments, rocks, minerals, meteorites, or fossils. The Geological Survey of India (GSI) is the authority that identifies, declares, and maintains these sites.

Statement 2 is not correct: Because geo-heritage sites include a broader range of features beyond just natural caves and rock-shelters.

Statement 3 is correct: The Geological Survey of India is responsible for declaring and maintaining Geo-heritage sites.
GSI, under the Ministry of Mines, is the nodal agency for:

	Identifying
	Declaring
	Maintaining and promoting Geo-heritage sites

Geo-heritage sites in India

Importance and management of Geo-heritage sites

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.With reference to Geo-heritage sites in India, consider the following statements: 1. They include sites of geological, geomorphological, and paleontological importance. 2. Only natural caves and rock-shelters are considered Geo-heritage sites. 3. The Geological Survey of India is responsible for declaring and maintaining Geo-heritage sites. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3