Mint Explainer: Is India spending enough to protect its cultural heritage?
The ASI's expenditure on monument conservation, which peaked at ₹444 crore in FY24, has declined, even in popular tourist areas. This raises questions on India's ability to effectively conserve cultural heritage and attract foreign visitors, especially as arrivals decline.
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