The Archaeological Survey of India is tasked with conserving and protecting the country’s historical treasures, such as these Buddhist temples and stupas in Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh. The Kutumbari is one of 24 monuments on a list of now “untraceable” protected monuments in India. The search revived concerns from historians and archaeologists about whether India’s centuries-old historical treasures are being protected as the country chases development targets. The list of untraceable monuments, Liddle said, points to a wider problem in heritage conservation in India: Monuments that aren’t major tourist attractions are more likely to fall into disrepair. She did not know where it had gone.”Read moreIs India neglecting the Taj Mahal because it was built by Muslims?

Source: Washington Post January 13, 2018 17:48 UTC