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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Who set up the Asiatic Society of Bengal?

Options:

James Mill

William Jones

Robert Clive

Warren Hastings

Correct Answer:

William Jones

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2- William Jones

The Asiatic Society of Bengal was set up by William Jones in 1784.

James Mill, Robert Clive, and Warren Hastings were all British officials in India during the 18th century, but they were not involved in the founding of the Asiatic Society of Bengal.

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