Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Kings, Farmers and Towns

Question:

When was the Asiatic Society (Bengal) founded?

Options:

1784

1886

1888

1780

Correct Answer:

1784

Explanation:

The asiatic Society of Bengal was founded by Sir William Jones in 1784. Improving and advancing the cause of Oriental study was the primary goal of establishing the Asiatic Society of Bengal in 1784.