Who set up the Asiatic Society of Bengal?
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SSC MTS 19th July 2022 Shift-3
James Mill
Incorrect AnswerWilliam Jones
Correct AnswerRobert Clive
Incorrect AnswerWarren Hastings
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- Option 1: James Mill
- James Mill was a Scottish historian and philosopher.
- He is known for his work, "The History of British India."
- Option 2: William Jones
- William Jones founded the Asiatic Society of Bengal in 1784.
- He was a British philologist and scholar of ancient India.
- The society aimed to promote studies of Asian cultures and literature.
- Option 3: Robert Clive
- Robert Clive was a British officer and colonial administrator.
- He played a key role in the British conquest of India.
- Option 4: Warren Hastings
- Warren Hastings was the first Governor-General of Bengal.
- He supported the establishment of institutions like the Asiatic Society.
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