{"id":38883,"date":"2025-09-17T12:55:25","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T07:25:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=38883"},"modified":"2025-09-17T12:55:29","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T07:25:29","slug":"tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Tirumala Hills UNESCO Tentative List: Erra Matti Dibbalu and Geological Sites of Andhra Pradesh"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#Tirumala_Hills_UNESCO_Tentative_List_update_Discover_Erra_Matti_Dibbalu_and_other_Andhra_Pradesh_geological_sites_gaining_global_recognition_Key_facts_for_competitive_exams_included\" >Tirumala Hills UNESCO Tentative List update: Discover Erra Matti Dibbalu and other Andhra Pradesh geological sites gaining global recognition. Key facts for competitive exams included.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#Tirumala_Hills_Erra_Matti_Dibbalu_Get_Entry_in_UNESCOs_Tentative_List\" >Tirumala Hills &amp; Erra Matti Dibbalu Get Entry in UNESCO\u2019s Tentative List<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#New_UNESCO_Recognition_for_Andhra_Pradeshs_Natural_Heritage\" >New UNESCO Recognition for Andhra Pradesh\u2019s Natural Heritage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#Erra_Matti_Dibbalu_The_Red_Sand_Dunes\" >Erra Matti Dibbalu: The Red Sand Dunes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#Tirumala_Hills_Geological_Significance\" >Tirumala Hills &amp; Geological Significance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#Rationale_Criteria_Under_UNESCO\" >Rationale &amp; Criteria Under UNESCO<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#Why_This_News_is_Important\" >Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#Strategic_Importance_for_Heritage_Conservation\" >Strategic Importance for Heritage Conservation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#Educational_Exam-Relevant_Significance\" >Educational &amp; Exam-Relevant Significance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#Implications_for_Local_National_Development\" >Implications for Local &amp; National Development<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#The_Concept_of_UNESCO_World_Heritage_Tentative_Lists\" >The Concept of UNESCO World Heritage &amp; Tentative Lists<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#Erra_Matti_Dibbalus_Past_Significance\" >Erra Matti Dibbalu\u2019s Past Significance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#Geological_Context_of_Tirumala_Hills\" >Geological Context of Tirumala Hills<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CTirumala_Hills_Erra_Matti_Dibbalus_UNESCO_Tentative_List_Entry%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cTirumala Hills &amp; Erra Matti Dibbalu\u2019s UNESCO Tentative List Entry\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/tirumala-hills-unesco-tentative-list\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tirumala_Hills_UNESCO_Tentative_List_update_Discover_Erra_Matti_Dibbalu_and_other_Andhra_Pradesh_geological_sites_gaining_global_recognition_Key_facts_for_competitive_exams_included\"><\/span>Tirumala Hills UNESCO Tentative List update: Discover Erra Matti Dibbalu and other Andhra Pradesh geological sites gaining global recognition. Key facts for competitive exams included.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tirumala_Hills_Erra_Matti_Dibbalu_Get_Entry_in_UNESCOs_Tentative_List\"><\/span>Tirumala Hills &amp; Erra Matti Dibbalu Get Entry in UNESCO\u2019s Tentative List<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_UNESCO_Recognition_for_Andhra_Pradeshs_Natural_Heritage\"><\/span>New UNESCO Recognition for Andhra Pradesh\u2019s Natural Heritage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tirumala Hills\u2014including the geological marvel of the <strong>Eparchaean Unconformity<\/strong>\u2014and the <strong>Erra Matti Dibbalu<\/strong> (Red Sand Dunes) in Andhra Pradesh have recently been included in the UNESCO Tentative List of World Heritage Sites. This listing represents an important first step in the process of formal nomination to the UNESCO World Heritage List. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Erra_Matti_Dibbalu_The_Red_Sand_Dunes\"><\/span>Erra Matti Dibbalu: The Red Sand Dunes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Erra Matti Dibbalu, also called Red Sand Hills, is a notified National Geo-heritage Monument located along the coast near <strong>Visakhapatnam<\/strong>. Spread over approximately <strong>1,500 acres<\/strong>, these formations consist of sand, silt, and clay. Their distinctive reddish hue results from natural oxidation processes over thousands of years. The site features clearly visible sedimentary layers, dendritic drainage patterns, and records of sea-level fluctuations and climatic changes during the <strong>late Quaternary<\/strong> period. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tirumala_Hills_Geological_Significance\"><\/span>Tirumala Hills &amp; Geological Significance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tirumala Hills, in the Tirupati district of Andhra Pradesh, are equally rich in geological, ecological, and cultural significance. One of its major geological features is the <strong>Eparchaean Unconformity<\/strong>, which is a boundary that separates ancient rocks more than <strong>2.5 billion years old<\/strong> from younger Proterozoic rocks of the Cuddapah Supergroup. The site also includes Silathoranam (the Natural Arch), believed to be over <strong>1.5 billion years old<\/strong>. The biodiversity in the area is significant, with sections of the <strong>Seshachalam Biosphere Reserve<\/strong> and <strong>Venkateswara National Park<\/strong> lying within or near these hills. Flora and fauna include rare and endangered species such as <em>Cycas beddomei<\/em>, <em>red sanders<\/em>, and <em>Jerdon\u2019s Courser<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rationale_Criteria_Under_UNESCO\"><\/span>Rationale &amp; Criteria Under UNESCO<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both sites potentially meet multiple criteria for Outstanding Universal Value as per UNESCO and IUCN guidelines. Erra Matti Dibbalu may qualify under:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Theme 2: Tectonic System<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Theme 7: Coastal System<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tirumala Hills is likely to meet criteria under:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Theme 1: History of Planet Earth &amp; Evolution of Life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The natural beauty, geological antiquity, ecological richness, and cultural significance of both sites make them strong candidates for further nomination. Their inclusion in the Tentative List signals not just recognition, but also increased obligations for conservation, management, and sustainable tourism. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Tirumala-Hills-UNESCO-tentative-list\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.newindianexpress.com\/newindianexpress%2F2025-09-12%2Fs0t2k8rk%2FTirumala-Hills.jpg?w=480&amp;auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max\" alt=\"Tirumala Hills UNESCO tentative list\" title=\"Tirumala Hills UNESCO tentative list\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tirumala Hills UNESCO tentative list<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Importance_for_Heritage_Conservation\"><\/span>Strategic Importance for Heritage Conservation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being added to UNESCO&#8217;s Tentative List is the <strong>mandatory first step<\/strong> toward becoming a full World Heritage Site. This ensures international recognition, helps in prioritizing conservation, brings in attention from global scientific and preservation communities, and sometimes unlocks funding support. For both Erra Matti Dibbalu and Tirumala Hills, this step underscores India\u2019s commitment to safeguard its geological and ecological heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Educational_Exam-Relevant_Significance\"><\/span>Educational &amp; Exam-Relevant Significance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For students preparing for exams like UPSC, SSC, teaching, banking, railways, defence, etc., this news is rich with exam-relevant content: geology (unconformity, sedimentation), environment (biodiversity, geo-heritage), conservation policy (UNESCO processes, Tentative vs full list), ecology, and even geopolitics of heritage preservation. Understanding such stories helps in current affairs sections, environment &amp; ecology, geography, and general awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implications_for_Local_National_Development\"><\/span>Implications for Local &amp; National Development<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Andhra Pradesh, the recognition may imply stricter regulatory oversight, conservation best practices, and perhaps more controlled tourism. Balancing development and heritage protection will be critical. Increased global visibility might boost sustainable tourism, which can help in local economic upliftment, but must be managed carefully to prevent environmental degradation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Concept_of_UNESCO_World_Heritage_Tentative_Lists\"><\/span>The Concept of UNESCO World Heritage &amp; Tentative Lists<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) maintains a <strong>World Heritage List<\/strong> of sites with Outstanding Universal Value\u2014cultural or natural. Before a site can be nominated for the full list, it must be placed on the <strong>Tentative List<\/strong> by the State Party (i.e., the country). This allows for detailed study, conservation planning, management frameworks, and assessment of how the site meets UNESCO criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Erra_Matti_Dibbalus_Past_Significance\"><\/span>Erra Matti Dibbalu\u2019s Past Significance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Erra Matti Dibbalu was first documented by British geologist William King in <strong>1886<\/strong>. Over time it came to be recognized as a National Geo-heritage Monument (in <strong>2016<\/strong>, by GSI) because of its unique red sand dunes, sediment layers, and patterns reflecting erosion and climatic shifts. Similar red sand dune formations are extremely rare globally, which adds to its significance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Geological_Context_of_Tirumala_Hills\"><\/span>Geological Context of Tirumala Hills<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tirumala Hills are part of a long geological history involving ancient Precambrian formations. The Eparchaean Unconformity is one such element: a clear geological boundary where extremely ancient (Archaean) rocks meet rocks of later ages, representing a huge time gap in the Earth&#8217;s crust record. The Natural Arch (Silathoranam) and the biodiversity of the area have cultural and religious significance as well, connected to the Tirupati temple and local traditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CTirumala_Hills_Erra_Matti_Dibbalus_UNESCO_Tentative_List_Entry%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from \u201cTirumala Hills &amp; Erra Matti Dibbalu\u2019s UNESCO Tentative List Entry\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Sl. No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td><em>Erra Matti Dibbalu<\/em> (Red Sand Dunes), near Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, has been added to UNESCO\u2019s Tentative List. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><em>Tirumala Hills<\/em>, including the Eparchaean Unconformity and Natural Arch (Silathoranam), have also entered the Tentative List. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>These recognitions are based on geological themes: for Erra Matti Dibbalu\u2014late Quaternary geo-evidence, coastal system features; for Tirumala\u2014ancient rock formations, outstanding geological history. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The Tentative List status is a mandatory precursor to full UNESCO World Heritage inscription; it brings expectations of conservation, regulatory oversight, and global attention<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Both sites are under threat from human activities: tourism, filming, unregulated access, which makes their inclusion especially significant from an environmental policy and sustainable development perspective.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tirumala Hills UNESCO tentative list<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. What is the UNESCO Tentative List?<\/strong><br>The UNESCO Tentative List is a preliminary list of sites a country intends to nominate for inclusion in the World Heritage List. Inclusion is a prerequisite before submitting a formal nomination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Which sites from Andhra Pradesh were recently included in the Tentative List?<\/strong><br>Tirumala Hills, including the Eparchaean Unconformity and Silathoranam (Natural Arch), and Erra Matti Dibbalu (Red Sand Dunes) near Visakhapatnam were added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Why is Erra Matti Dibbalu significant?<\/strong><br>Erra Matti Dibbalu is a National Geo-heritage Monument consisting of red sand dunes, sedimentary layers, and dendritic patterns, representing climatic and sea-level changes during the late Quaternary period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. What is the geological importance of Tirumala Hills?<\/strong><br>Tirumala Hills are home to the Eparchaean Unconformity, one of the oldest geological formations in India, and include significant biodiversity within the Seshachalam Biosphere Reserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. How does this news help government exam aspirants?<\/strong><br>It is relevant for general awareness, geography, environment, and ecology sections of competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, banking, railways, defence, and state PCS exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>6. What are the benefits of UNESCO recognition?<\/strong><br>It ensures global recognition, promotes conservation, encourages sustainable tourism, and may provide access to international support and funding for heritage protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>7. What are the threats to these sites?<\/strong><br>Human activities such as unregulated tourism, construction, and environmental degradation pose risks, making conservation crucial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\"><\/span>Some Important Current Affairs Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/national\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">State Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/sports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer 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