The Asiatic Society of bengal

? founded in 1784, by Sir William Jones, a British lawyer and Orientalist, to encourage Oriental studies. ? it was the vehicle for his ideas about the importance of Hindu culture and Learning and about the vital role of Sanskrit in the Aryan languages. ? Headquarters are in Kolkata. ? The Society owns an art collection … Read more

Indian Council of Historical Research

The Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR) is an autonomous organization of the Government of India, established in 1972. It is headquartered in New Delhi. The ICHR is responsible for promoting and coordinating historical research in India. It does this by funding research projects, organizing conferences and seminars, and publishing books and journals. Establishment Funding … Read more