In which year, Fatehpur Sikri was designated as a UNESCO-World Heritage Site?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) 1986 

Explanation:
• Fatehpur Sikri, a city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the year 1986.
• The site is renowned for its well-preserved Mughal architecture, including landmarks like the Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid, and Panch Mahal.
• The designation recognizes the site's outstanding universal value as a testament to the Mughal civilization during Akbar's reign. 

Information Booster:
• Fatehpur Sikri served as the short-lived capital of the Mughal Empire from 1571 to 1585.
• The city was eventually abandoned due to a lack of sufficient water supply. 

Additional Knowledge:
(b) 1990: .
• While other historical sites were listed around this time, 1986 is the correct year for Fatehpur Sikri. For example, the Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi were inscribed in 1989. 

(c) 1972: .
• The UNESCO World Heritage Convention itself was adopted in 1972, but Fatehpur Sikri was inscribed much later. 

(d) 1979: .
• Sites like the Sun Temple, Konark, were inscribed in 1984, which is close to 1986, but 1979 is incorrect for Fatehpur Sikri.