The Asiatic Society was established in Calcutta by
Warren Hastings
Incorrect AnswerSir William Jones
Correct AnswerRaja Ram Mohan Roy
Incorrect AnswerNone of the above
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- Option 1: Warren Hastings was the first Governor-General of India and supported the idea, but he did not establish the Asiatic Society.
- Option 2: Sir William Jones founded the Asiatic Society in Calcutta on January 15, 1784. The society aimed to promote and conduct oriental research.
- Option 3: Raja Ram Mohan Roy was a prominent social and religious reformer in India but was not involved in the establishment of the Asiatic Society.
- Option 4: This option is unnecessary as the correct answer is provided in Option 2.
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