“INDIA TO HOST 46TH UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE COMMITTEE SESSION IN JULY”
Why in the news?
- India will host the 46th UNESCO World Heritage Committee session in New Delhi from July 21-31, 2024.
- Event expected to attract over 2,500 delegates, likely inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi.
source:scribd
About World Heritage Committee:
- A committee of UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization).
- Responsible for implementing the World Heritage Convention.
- Defines the use of the World Heritage Fund and allocates financial assistance upon requests from States Parties.
- Composed of representatives from 21 States Parties elected by their General Assembly.
- Consists of seven States Parties elected annually by the Committee.
United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO):
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