Monument Mitra Scheme

About Monument Mitra Scheme:

• Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Culture in respect of the monuments under the Archaeological Survey of India.
• It applies to all centrally protected heritage properties.
• Aim: Ensuring quality & inclusive provision of amenities and facilities across heritage, natural, & tourist sites through the active participation of private and public sector organizations and individuals.
  • Corporate entities will take over these monuments as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility.
  • These organizations would be known as “Monument Mitras” for their collaboration initiative.
  • The government has set the target to hand over 500 sites under the revamped Monument Mitra Scheme by the end of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav on 15 August 2023.

Q1) What is World Heritage Site?

A World Heritage Site is a landmark or area with legal protection by an international convention administered by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.

Source:Govt to hand over 1,000 monuments to the private sector under Monument Mitra Scheme

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