- ASI conserves national monuments. - ASI regulates the Antiquities and Art Treasures Act, 1972. - Alexander Cunningham was the first DG of ASI. - ASI is under the Ministry of Culture.
With reference to the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), consider the following statements : (i) The prime concern of ASI is the maintenance of ancient monuments and archaeological sites and remains of national importance. (ii) It does not regulate the Antiquities and Art Treasures Act, 1972. (iii) Alexander Cunningham was appointed as the first Director General of ASI. (iv) ASI is attached to the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Select the correct statement/ statements using the codes given below.
Asked in APSC CCE Prelims Exam 2023 · Topic: Architecture in Ancient India (Materials, Techniques, and Ornamentation in Ancient Indian Architecture)
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