Indian Culture

Q. The Asiatic Society of Bengal was set up in 1784 in Calcutta by:

A
Sir Robert Chambers
B
Charles Wilkins
C
Alexander Hamilton
D
Sir William Jones

Correct Answer

Sir William Jones

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    C)Observe perfect Chastity, Adopt Poverty, Follow truth and Cultivated Power.
    D)Observe perfect Chastity, Gain Money, Follow truth and Cultivated Power.
    Answer: Observe perfect Chastity, Adopt Poverty, Follow truth and Cultivated Fearlessness.
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  • Q. Who among the following is regarded as War-God in Rigveda?
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    C)Suukkha, Sukkha Samuddaya, Dukkha Nirodha and Dukkha Nirodh-Gamini-Pratipada.
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