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Who set up the Asiatic Society of Bengal?

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SSC MTS 19th July 2022 Shift-3

James Mill

William Jones

Robert Clive

Warren Hastings

- 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.