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Question : Who founded the Asiatic Society of Bengal in 1784?

Option 1: Lord Macaulay

Option 2: Sir William Jones

Option 3: Lord Cornwallis

Option 4: Warren Hastings


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Correct Answer: Sir William Jones


Solution : The correct option is Sir William Jones .

The Asiatic Society of Bengal was founded by Sir William Jones in 1784. Sir William Jones was a British philologist, Orientalist, and jurist who played a significant role in the establishment of society. The Asiatic Society of Bengal was formed to promote and conduct research in the field of Oriental studies, covering the languages, literature, history, and culture of Asia.

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