Question

When was Asiatic Society founded? Describe its main objectives. (Answer in 15 to 20 words)

Answer 1

Solution: The Asiatic society was founded on 15th January, 1784 by the civil servant named Sir William Jones.

There was probable change in its name which changed from Asiatic Society to Asiatic society of Bengal.

It was generally founded with a view to establish a society for the Asiatic studies.