State your opinion on the following statement: All of us have the responsibility of taking care of our Heritage places.

Answer: I agree with the statement.

• Heritage places such as forts, temples, caves and monuments are evidence of our history, art and culture and are sources for historical research.
• Many of them, like Ajanta, Ellora and Elephanta caves, are World Heritage Sites that attract tourists and give employment and income.
• They are being damaged by pollution, encroachment, carelessness and people writing on walls; once destroyed they cannot be recreated.
• The government (Archaeological Survey of India) alone cannot protect them; every citizen must keep them clean, avoid damage and spread awareness, so that future generations can enjoy them.