Which one of the following statements is correct regarding the Mudumal Menhirs?
(a) It is located in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
(b) It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
(c) It is a megalithic site known for astronomical alignments.
(d) It is a site dedicated to the worship of Hindu deities.

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Which one of the following statements is correct regarding the Mudumal Menhirs?
(a) It is located in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
(b) It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
(c) It is a megalithic site known for astronomical alignments.
(d) It is a site dedicated to the worship of Hindu deities.

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Context: Recently, India has added six new properties to its UNESCO Tentative List in March 2025 that include Mudumal Menhirs, among others.
The Mudumal Megalithic Menhirs are approximately 3,500 to 4,000 years old and are recognized for their megalithic structures aligned with celestial bodies, indicating their use for astronomical observations and funerary rites. The site is currently on India&rsquo;s Tentative List for UNESCO World Heritage status. It is located in the state of Telangana.

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Which one of the following statements is correct regarding the Mudumal Menhirs? (a) It is located in the state of Andhra Pradesh. (b) It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (c) It is a megalithic site known for astronomical alignments. (d) It is a site dedicated to the worship of Hindu deities.

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