What is Archaeological Survey of India?
The '''Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)''' is an Indian government [[agency]] attached to the Ministry of [[Culture]] that is responsible for archaeological research and the conservation and preservation of cultural monuments in the country. It was founded in 1861 by '''Alexander''' '''Cunningham''' who also became its first Director-General. Its headquarter is in [[New Delhi]]. [[Category:Government agencies of India]] [[Category:1861 establishments in Asia]] [[Category:1860s establishments in Asia]] [[Category:19th-century establishments in India]] [[Category:Archaeological sites in India]]