Current Affairs - State - Discussion

The Maharashtra government has declared the ancient Mesolithic geoglyphs and petroglyphs in Ratnagiri as protected monuments. These rock artworks, dating back thousands of years, include over 1,500 depictions of animals and footprints across 70 sites. Some of these sites are also on UNESCO's tentative World Heritage list, highlighting their cultural and historical significance. The protection is granted under the Maharashtra Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1960, ensuring their preservation for future generations.