Archaeological Survey of India
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The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is an Indian government agency that is responsible for archaeological research and the conservation and preservation of cultural historical monuments in the country. It was founded in 1861 by Alexander Cunningham who also became its first Director-General.
Indian agency responsible for archaeological studies and preservation
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| Abbreviation | ASI |
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| Formation | 1861; 162 years ago (1861) |
| Founder | Alexander Cunningham |
| Type | Governmental organization |
| Headquarters | New Delhi |
Region served | India |
Official language | English Hindi |
Director General | Prof Kishore Kumar Basa |
Parent organisation | Ministry of Culture |
Budget | ₹1,102.83 crore (US$140 million) (2023-24)[1] |
| Website | asi |
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