GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

INDIAN HISTORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the full form of ASI?
A
Architectural Survey of India
B
Archeological Survey of India
C
Ancient Survey of India
D
Astronomical Survey of India
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), under the Ministry of Culture, was established in the year 1861 is the premier organization for the archaeological researches and protection of the cultural heritage of the nation.

Detailed explanation-2: -To get into the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), an archaeologist has to appear in the UPSC exam or State Public Service Commission (SPSC) exam and qualify the exam with the minimum requisite cutoff score.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sir Alexander Cunningham was the first Director-General of the Archaeological Survey of India. He excavated several ancient archaeological sites mentioned in the Buddhist texts.

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