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Who was the founder of the 'Asiatic Society of Bengal'?

Who was the founder of the 'Asiatic Society of Bengal'? Correct Answer Sir William Jones

The correct answer is Sir William Jones.Key Points 
  • The Asiatic Society of Bengal was founded by Sir William Jones.
  • It was established in 1784.
  • The Society was founded to inquire into the history, civil and natural, the antiquities, laws, arts, sciences and literature of Asia.
  • The Asiatic Society is the oldest centre of learning and research in the whole continent of Asia.
  • The name of the society underwent several changes during the last two centuries such as the Asiatick Society of Bengal (1832-1935), the Royal Asiatick Society of Bengal (1936-1951) and in July 1952 it came to be known as the Asiatic Society.
  • Since 1984 the Asiatic Society has been declared as an Institution of National Importance by an Act of Parliament of India. 

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