Who established the 'Asiatic Society of Bengal' in 1784? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Who established the 'Asiatic Society of Bengal' in 1784?

A. Jonathan Duncan

B. Sir William Jones

C. Warren Hastings

D. Charles Wilkins

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Asiatic Society of Bengal was founded by Sir William Jones, a British lawyer and Orientalist, in January 1784 to encourage Oriental studies.

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