SSC
INDIAN HISTORY
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Architectural Survey of India
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Archeological Survey of India
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Ancient Survey of India
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Astronomical Survey of India
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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: -The ASI performs and regulates all activities related to archaeological research and excavation in India. It also preserves and maintains historical monuments and sites. It conducts archaeological excavations and explorations.
Detailed explanation-3: -ASI was founded by Alexander Cunningham in 1861. He also became its first Director-General. Sir Alexander Cunningham was a British army engineer with the Bengal Engineer Group. Alexander Cunningham was appointed to the newly created position of an archaeological surveyor to the government of India in 1861.