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APSC CCE 2023 · Question 15 of 163

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.

Indian History (Art & Culture)

  1. A(i) only
  2. B(i) and (iii) onlyCorrect
  3. C(i), (ii) and (iii) only
  4. D(i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)

Answer: B. (i) and (iii) only

Explanation

ASI maintains monuments of national importance (i) and Cunningham was its first Director General (iii). ASI implements the Antiquities Act (so ii is wrong) and functions under the Ministry of Culture, not Education (so iv is wrong).

Source: APSC CCE Prelims 2023 GS Paper-I, official Series-A key

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